Ruch, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,475 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
85.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,591 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$377,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$509 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,053 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
4
Medford Metro Area
4
Oregon
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
7
Medford Metro Area
7
Oregon
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (48%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer Mediterranean climate. Warm dry summers and cool moist winters with moderate seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 3 39
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 2 0 49
May 1 0 55
Jun 1 0 60
Jul 0 0 67
Aug 0 0 66
Sep 1 0 61
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 5 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Ruch Elementary School
<1 miles, N · 2.8star
Applegate Elementary School
6 miles, NW · 3.7star
Jacksonville Elementary School
7 miles, NE · 4.1star
Rogue Valley Adventist Academy
8 miles, E · 3.7star

Colleges

Phagans Medford Beauty School
12 miles, E · 1star
Northwest College-Medford
14 miles, E · 1star
Southern Oregon University
18 miles, SE · 2.3star

Hospitals

Airports

Redding Municipal Airport
125 miles, S · 1star