Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 13.1% ▲ 31% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.2% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 598 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,927 (40.1%) |
| Some College | 5,140 (17.3%) |
| Associates | 4,182 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,782 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,110 (20.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,051 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $259,605 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $945/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,937 |
| Vacant Units | 1,124 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bedford County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 50,427 residents. With a median age of 37.8, it is a relatively young county.
Bedford County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,050 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Bedford County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $259,605 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $944. Homeownership rates are high at 70.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Bedford County are primarily White (72.89%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Bedford County, TN is a solidly middle-class area in Tennessee. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37020 | Bell Buckle | 5,171 | $81,025 | $302,500 | $1,364 | 3.2% | 36.6% |
| 37360 | Normandy | 1,792 | $81,957 | $241,700 | $795 | 4.4% | 41.1% |
| 37160 | Shelbyville | 36,422 | $58,899 | $257,700 | $924 | 4.0% | 23.8% |
| 37180 | Unionville | 3,831 | $88,581 | $273,800 | $694 | 0.6% | 25.0% |
| 37183 | Wartrace | 3,211 | $71,597 | $205,200 | $885 | 5.5% | 29.9% |