Bedford is a city located in Lawrence County, in the state of Indiana (IN), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 11.9 square miles (31.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 710 ft. With a population of approximately 13,768 residents, Bedford offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 46.48% males and 53.52% females, and it has a population density of 156.97 people per square mile (446.71/km²). Bedford lies at a latitude of 38.86 and a longitude of -86.49, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (18.5%), followed by English (9.2%), German (12.7%), and Scotch-Irish (1.8%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 47421.