ZIP Code 97502, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
29,583 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,146 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$374,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$605 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,160 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.5% 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 Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (55%) 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 2 38
Feb 3 2 41
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 2 0 49
May 1 0 55
Jun 1 0 62
Jul 0 0 69
Aug 0 0 68
Sep 1 0 62
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 4 3 42
Dec 5 1 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Scenic Middle School
2 miles, S · 1.9star
Crater Renaissance Academy
2 miles, S · 3.7star
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Colleges

Northwest College-Medford
6 miles, SE · 1star
Phagans Medford Beauty School
6 miles, SE · 1star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Mahlon Sweet Field
119 miles, N · 1.4star
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