ZIP Code 97520, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
26,983 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
61.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,485 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$568,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$724 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,241 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.7% 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 deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (35%) 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 3 6 36
Feb 2 4 39
Mar 2 3 43
Apr 2 1 48
May 2 0 55
Jun 1 0 61
Jul 0 0 69
Aug 0 0 68
Sep 1 0 61
Oct 1 0 51
Nov 3 4 41
Dec 4 6 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Bellview Elementary School
8 miles, NW · 3.7star
John Muir Elementary School
9 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Colleges

Southern Oregon University
9 miles, NW · 2.3star
Phagans Medford Beauty School
22 miles, NW · 1star
Northwest College-Medford
22 miles, NW · 1star
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Hospitals

Providence Medford Medical Center
21 miles, NW · 4.1star
Fairchild Medical Center
32 miles, SW · 2.3star
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Airports

Redding Municipal Airport
115 miles, S · 1star
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