Bedford, Kentucky facts for kids
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Bedford, Kentucky
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Main Street in Bedford, Kentucky
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Location of Bedford in Trimble County, Kentucky.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Trimble |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.28 sq mi (0.72 km2) |
| • Land | 0.27 sq mi (0.70 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 526 |
| • Density | 1,933.82/sq mi (746.15/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
40006
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| Area code(s) | 502 |
| FIPS code | 21-04816 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0486653 |
Bedford is a small city in Trimble County, Kentucky, United States. It's known as a "home rule-class city," which means it has the power to govern itself on local matters. In 2020, about 526 people lived there.
Bedford is the second largest city in Trimble County and is also its county seat. This means it's the main town where the county government offices are located. You can find Bedford where two important roads, U.S. Routes 42 and 421, meet.
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History of Bedford
When Was Bedford Founded?
Bedford was first started in 1816. It officially became a city in 1850. Later, it lost its city status but then became a city again in 1946.
Historic Buildings in Bedford
One important historical building in Bedford is the Coleman House. This house is so special that it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes places that are important to the history of the United States.
Geography of Bedford
Where is Bedford Located?
Bedford is located in Kentucky. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.4 square miles (1.0 square kilometer). All of this area is land.
Population of Bedford
How Many People Live in Bedford?
The number of people living in Bedford has changed over the years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 285 | — | |
| 1860 | 251 | −11.9% | |
| 1870 | 200 | −20.3% | |
| 1880 | 197 | −1.5% | |
| 1890 | 250 | 26.9% | |
| 1900 | 307 | 22.8% | |
| 1910 | 269 | −12.4% | |
| 1920 | 240 | −10.8% | |
| 1930 | 286 | 19.2% | |
| 1940 | 387 | 35.3% | |
| 1950 | 533 | 37.7% | |
| 1960 | 717 | 34.5% | |
| 1970 | 780 | 8.8% | |
| 1980 | 835 | 7.1% | |
| 1990 | 761 | −8.9% | |
| 2000 | 677 | −11.0% | |
| 2010 | 599 | −11.5% | |
| 2020 | 526 | −12.2% | |
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In 2000, there were 677 people living in Bedford. The city had 282 households, with many of them being families. The population density was about 1,690 people per square mile.
Education in Bedford
Schools in Bedford
Bedford is home to Trimble County High School, which is the only high school in Trimble County. There is also an elementary school called Bedford Elementary School.
Bedford's Public Library
The city also has a public library, the Trimble County Public Library. Libraries are great places to read books, study, and learn new things!
Notable People from Bedford
Famous People from Bedford
- Eva Anne Madden (1863–1958) was an American educator, journalist, and author. She wrote plays and books and was born in Bedford.
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