Bedford, TX vs Salem, VA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Bedford
75.5
#446 nationally
Salem
73.2
#778 nationally
Bedford leads in crime level (3.9 vs 7.2). Bedford leads in walk score (44 vs 27). Salem leads in average commute (18.8 min vs 24.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bedford, TX | Salem, VA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#446) | 73.2 (#778) |
| Population | 48,370 | 25,600 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $376,909 | $312,662 |
| Median Household Income | $80,924 | $68,402 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 18.8 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 3.9 | 7.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 105 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.1 | R+19.3 |
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75.5 Score
Bedford, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$376,909
Population
48,370
Crime
Low
Walk Score
44
Southwest
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73.2 Score
Salem, VA
Small Virginia city with local appeal
Median Home
$312,662
Population
25,600
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
27
Northeast
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