Bedford County's 2026 population is estimated at 56,136, reflecting a 1.73% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Bedford County is the 32nd largest county in Tennessee. The 2010 population was 45,082 and has grown 24.52% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.6 years
Female: 38.7 years
Male: 35.8 years
There are 39,000 adults, (7,757 of whom are seniors) in Bedford County.
Female: 25,730 (49.3%)
Male: 26,507 (50.7%)
The racial composition of Bedford County includes 75.29% White, 6.41% Black or African American, 4.56% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 39,330 | 75.29% |
| Two or more races | 6,182 | 11.83% |
| Black or African American | 3,349 | 6.41% |
| Other race | 2,380 | 4.56% |
| Native American | 555 | 1.06% |
| Asian | 441 | 0.84% |
Bedford County 's average per capita income is $43,550. Household income levels show a median of $67,225. The poverty rate stands at 12.61%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $95,289 | - |
| Families | $80,997 | $95,710 |
| Households | $67,225 | $86,190 |
| Non Families | $41,862 | $56,527 |
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