By Manuella Irwin
Updated: Sep 2, 2026
6 min read
Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv
Editor
Martin is founder of MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com.
365 movers in Bedford
"Terrible moving experience with a local move--hired this company to assist with packing the residuals of a house that had already been largely moved and a piano. I have a large array of valuable antiques and other items and had particular concerns..."
"I used Your Friends With a Truck based in Gaithersburg, MD back in August of 2017. I was VERY satisfied with David Church and the services he provided. I talked to the person in charge on-site about the move and my concerns and wants. He was very ..."
"Initially all was going well until I paid them. Now the telephone used for Sara is no longer in service. I have broken items, missing 12 llardros and no one to speak to about it. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!! Two of my 70’ TV’s were damaged, tables br..."
"Highly recommend American Fleet National Direct Moving Group ! They were on time, friendly and so helpful. While they had just one item to move, it was a very heavy treadmill that was going from an upstairs bedroom to the basement. They went so ab..."
"DO NOT USE! I scheduled a move through Eagle Moving mid-June 2022 for a late July 2022 move from Boston-Philadelphia. Since I scheduled a month in advanced and am a student they gave me a discount and estimated me around $2,400 and 350 cubic feet...."
"I called green planet movers after they delivered my possession in poor and broken condition, after a short conversation and being hung up on I found out I have no recourse in getting my possessions replaced or fixed."
"This company is a rip off. I was told one amount over the phone and then on the day of the move, the price jumped by almost $4,000, the movers were very rough with my furniture and when it was delivered, my things were scratched, broken and lot's ..."
What to know when moving to Bedford, PA
TL;DR: Bedford at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 26.6% of residents are renters and the median household income is $62,679.
- The Major Draw:
- Median gross rent is $805, making it relatively affordable.
- The Reality Check:
- Only 0.2% of residents use public transit, indicating a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $805 in rent.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
Bedford has a population of 10,865, with a median household income of $62,679. The median gross rent is $805, while owner-occupied homes have a median value of $197,900.
- Median gross rent: $805
- Median owner-occupied home value: $197,900
- Education level: 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher
- Poverty rate: 7.7%
- Renter percentage: 26.6%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Pennsylvania has a property crime rate of 1,363.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 11.8% lower than the national average. The violent crime rate is 228.5 per 100,000, showing a 29.8% decrease compared to national figures.
- Violent crime: 228.5 per 100k (state) vs. 325.3 per 100k (national)
- Property crime: 1,363.9 per 100k (state) vs. 1,546.9 per 100k (national)
- Notable trend: Violent crime has decreased by 28.4% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Pennsylvania).
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is unavailable, Bedford offers several nearby outdoor spots worth exploring.
- Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa - 4.6 stars (3,209 reviews)
- Shawnee State Park - 4.7 stars (1,853 reviews)
- Friendship Village Campground & RV Park - 4.7 stars (786 reviews)
- Fort Bedford Museum - 4.7 stars (235 reviews)
Source: Google Places API (New).