ZIP Code 97503, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
14,119 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,040 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$299,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$511 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$916 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.3% 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 42% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (53%) 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 4 37
Feb 3 4 41
Mar 3 3 44
Apr 2 1 49
May 2 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 4 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Shady Cove School
6 miles, E · 1.9star
Sams Valley Elementary School
8 miles, SW · 1.9star
Eagle Rock Elementary School
10 miles, S · 2.3star
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Colleges

Northwest College-Medford
17 miles, S · 1star
Phagans Medford Beauty School
18 miles, S · 1star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Mahlon Sweet Field
106 miles, N · 1.4star
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