Bedford Population 2026
Bedford has a population of 21,188, making it the #2241 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Hampshire. It is about 416× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,188
Rank in United States
#2241
Coordinates
42.95°N, 71.52°W
~93 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
646 km
401 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Hampshire
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 110,229 | #280 |
| Nashua | 87,970 | #392 |
| Concord | 43,976 | #997 |
| East Concord | 42,605 | #1037 |
| Derry Village | 34,539 | #1324 |
| Dover | 30,880 | #1493 |
| Rochester | 30,038 | #1549 |
| Salem | 29,549 | #1576 |
Cities near Bedford
- Manchester110,229 people · ~7 km away
- Merrimack26,726 people · ~9 km away
- Derry22,015 people · ~17 km away
- Derry Village34,539 people · ~18 km away
- Nashua87,970 people · ~21 km away
- Concord43,976 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bedford?
Bedford has a population of 21,188 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2241 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bedford in?
Bedford is located in New Hampshire, United States.
Is Bedford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 646 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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