Medford

Medford, Oregon Overview

Medford faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (49.7/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Oregon. Even so, the city scores 64/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Education score of 43/100.

Income & Employment in Medford

The median household income in Medford is $66,186, 15% below the statewide median of $77,630. The local unemployment rate of 4.9% is lower than the state’s 5.4%. Population grew 0.7% recently.

Safety in Medford

Medford’s violent crime rate of 425.3 per 100,000 runs above the Oregon average of 292. The property crime rate is 4010.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Medford

Medford has a cost of living index of 103.3 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $387,000. Median monthly rent is $1,321. Renters spend 24.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Medford

The adult obesity rate in Medford is 33% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.9%. Residents report an average of 19.1 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Oregon ranks #19 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Medford

Medford has a high school graduation rate of 82.8%. The student-teacher ratio is 19.9:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,096. The city has 21 public schools serving 12,165 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Medford

Medford enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 58.3°F. Summers average 69.2°F. Winters average 42.3°F. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. The average commute of 15.4 minutes is notably short.

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