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Bedford-Stuyvesant

Lies at the heart of several key Brooklyn neighborhoods, including Clinton Hill and Fort Greene.
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Welcome to Bedford-Stuyvesant

Bed-Stuy, as it's affectionately called, lies at the heart of several key Brooklyn neighborhoods, including Clinton Hill and Fort Greene. Once known as the stomping grounds of legendary rappers like Jay-Z and Biggie Smalls, Bed-Stuy is now undergoing revitalization, becoming a hotspot for urban development and culture. Fulton Street is a vibrant stretch filled with boutiques, antique shops, and beauty salons, while the neighborhood is renowned for its historic brownstones. Many of these homes have been converted into multi-family units, offering renters a chance to live in a piece of the area's history. Bed-Stuy has a rich African-American heritage.

Overview for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

198,596 people live in Bedford-Stuyvesant, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $47,633. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

198,596

Total Population

35 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$47,633

Average individual Income

Around Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

There's plenty to do around Bedford-Stuyvesant, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

87
Very Walkable
Walking Score
74
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
98
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Yun Hai Shop, Hands On Health, and My Gym Cobble Hill.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $$ 1.4 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.04 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.8 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.25 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.73 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.03 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

Bedford-Stuyvesant has 77,449 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Bedford-Stuyvesant do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 198,596 people call Bedford-Stuyvesant home. The population density is 66,387.709 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

198,596

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35

Median Age

46.27 / 53.73%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
77,449

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$47,633

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

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The following schools are within or nearby Bedford-Stuyvesant. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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