Bedford County, TN

Community Overview

Named one of America's Best Places to Live by Livability.com

The seventh-fastest growing county in Tennessee, Bedford County is gaining in both jobs and people. The Tennessee Center for Policy Research named the county seat of Shelbyville as one of the state's top 25 most business-friendly communities and the area is a major draw for manufacturing and distribution. The county courthouse anchors a historic and revitalized downtown that includes a riverwalk, a renovated Art Deco theater and an arts center. Shelby County knows horses, and the community attracts thousands of visitors each year for the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, billed as the world's largest horse show.

Population
County Population: 37,586 Bedford County
City Population: 16,105 Shelbyville

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Climate
July High Temperature: 94 degrees F
January Low Temperature: 10 degrees F

Bedford County has a moderate climate with enough annual rainfall to keep plants lush and green, and enough sunny days for people to enjoy the great outdoors. Winters are generally mild, and snowfall tends to be very light.

Schools
Bedford County offers quality public and private school education opportunities, and a campus of Tennessee Technology Center. Additional higher education institutions including Middle Tennessee State University and Motlow Community College are just a short commute away.

Education Statistics

Health Care
Heritage Medical Center is the picture of health in Bedford County. The $50 million hospital opened in July 2008 on U.S. Highway 231 in the Airport Business Park, and replaced a nearly 60-year-old Bedford County Medical Center that was in a different location. The 100,000-square-foot center is across from Shelbyville Municipal Airport.

Neighborhoods
Shelbyville and Bedford County offer a variety of housing styles and options to choose from.

Average Home Prices and Rent Payments

Business Climate
Bedford County has a strong and qualified workforce, filling more than 4,000 manufacturing and related jobs. The local government is very supportive of new and expanding industries. That support was acknowledged in a 2007 study by the Tennessee Center for Policy Research, which ranked Shelbyville as one of the state's top 25 most business-friendly communities. A strong business climate and diverse industrial base, combined with the local leadership, is credited for the growth and success of business in the community.

Workforce and Labor Statistcs

Culture
With its picturesque rolling hills and growing number of manufacturing businesses, Bedford County is the seventh fastest growing county in the state of Tennessee.and is welcoming new economic development all the time. The county attracts thousands across the country each year with its signature event -- The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, billed as the world's largest horse show.

Local Attractions

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