Bedford, Illinois
Bedford: Township in Wayne County, Illinois
About
Bedford is a township located in the county of Pike in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,065 and a population density of 31 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,021 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Bedford
| Population : | 1,021 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Illinois (United States) |
| County : | Pike County |
| Area : | 34.39 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,486 feet / 453 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 04:30:37 (19th April 2025) |
| Density : | 30 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -4.31% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Bedford is located at 39°31'45"N 90°35'3"W (39.5292100, -90.5842900).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Bedford decreased by 4.31% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 1,065 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,062 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,062 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,063 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,059 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,055 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,057 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,049 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,039 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,032 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,021 | -1.08% | estimation process |
Schools in Bedford
College & universities near Bedford, IL
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 145691 | Illinois College | Jacksonville (IL) | 62650-2299 |
Stations (9)
Amtrak & bus stations near Bedford, IL
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRV | Carlinville | 128 Alton Rd. | RAIL |
| ALN | Alton | 3400 College Ave. | RAIL |
| QCY | Quincy | North 30th St. and Wisman Lane | RAIL |
| SPI | Springfield station | East Washington and North Third Sts. | RAIL |
| MAC | Macomb | 120 East Calhoun Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Bedford
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Milton Post Office | Milton (IL) | 62352 |
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- Bedford , Texas The most populous city in Tarrant County, Texas. It is located in the Dallas–Fort Worth metropolitan area. Bedford is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Bedford Downtown Historic District and the Bedford Boys Museum. with a population of 48,352 people.
- Bedford , Michigan township in Monroe County, Michigan with a population of 32,199 people.
- Bedford , New Hampshire city in New Hampshire, USA with a population of 22,957 people.
- Bedford , New York town in Westchester County, New York, United States with a population of 17,450 people.
- Bedford , Massachusetts town in Massachusetts with a population of 14,053 people.
- Bedford , Indiana town in Lawrence County, Indiana, United States with a population of 13,233 people.
- Bedford , Virginia town in Bedford County, Virginia, United States with a population of 6,644 people.
- Bedford , Tennessee town in Bedford County, Virginia, United States with a population of 5,948 people.
- Bedford , Pennsylvania town in Bedford County, Virginia, United States with a population of 2,667 people.
- Bedford , Iowa town in Taylor County, Iowa, United States with a population of 1,380 people.
- Bedford , Ohio human settlement in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States of America with a population of 1,277 people.
- Bedford , Kentucky city in Kentucky, USA with a population of 555 people.
Other cities in Pike County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Pike County , IL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| New Salem | 5,337 | Township in Pike County, Illinois |
| Pittsfield | 4,165 | Township in Pike County, Illinois |
| Barry | 1,208 | City in Illinois, United States |
| Griggsville | 1,125 | City in Illinois |
| Independence | 1,044 | Township in Saline County, Illinois |
| Taylor | 908 | Township of Illinois |
| Pleasant Hill | 903 | Town |
| Atlas | 530 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Montezuma | 515 | Township in Pike County, Illinois |
| Hull | 421 | Village in Pike County, Illinois, USA |
| Martinsburg | 396 | Township in Pike County, Illinois |
| Perry | 371 | Village in the United States |
| New Canton | 338 | Town in Illinois, United States |
| Nebo | 323 | Village in Pike County, Illinois, USA |
| Pike | 223 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Kinderhook | 204 | Township in Pike County, Illinois |
Distance to Other Cities
Bedford distances to largest Illinois cities
