Special Interest
Housing in Bedford County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Bedford County averages $784/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Pennsylvania median of $1,209 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 31% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Bedford County FMR Area are $712 for a studio, $780 for 1‑bedroom, $1,024 for 2‑bedroom, $1,290 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,553 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $240 increase for a 2-bedroom in Bedford County shows a 31% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Bedford County was 3.8% in 2024, compared to Pennsylvania at 3.6% and the national rate of 4.0%.
