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Bedford, PA

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Population
2,817
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,103 ft
Median Home Value
$182,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$677/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$41,375
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in PennsylvaniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in PennsylvaniaNearest larger communityCumberland, Maryland29 miles away · 18,799 residents.

About Bedford

Bedford is a borough and the county seat of Bedford County, Pennsylvania, situated along the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River. Founded in 1758 around British Fort Bedford and developing historically as a mineral springs spa resort, the mountain valley community of approximately 2,851 is served by the Bedford Area School District locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+100.0rating

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