Medford

Rogue Valley has stunning views of lakes and mountains.
Some homes in Century Village have lush lawns and well manicured plants.
Railroad Park is a 49-acre outdoor train museum with full-size railroad cars.
Greenhills Estates borders many orchards and vineyards.

Medford, OR Area Guide

A picturesque city in the middle of Oregon's Rogue Valley Wine Country

Located in the heart of the Rogue Valley, Medford combines small-city living with easy access to outdoor recreation. This Southern Oregon city of over 85,000 residents offers housing options throughout its established neighborhoods and downtown district. One-bedroom apartments average $1,145 per month. The local economy centers on healthcare, with Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center and Providence Medford Medical Center serving as major employers. Agriculture remains important to the region, supported by the wine industry and local farms.

Downtown Medford features The Commons, a central plaza hosting community events and seasonal markets. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Bear Creek Park's 100-acre grounds or hike Prescott Park's trails on Roxy Ann Peak for valley views. The historic Craterian Theater presents performing arts productions throughout the year. The city's educational resources include Rogue Community College's downtown campus. Each spring, the Pear Blossom Festival celebrates the area's agricultural heritage with parades and events. Transportation options include Interstate 5 and the Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport, connecting residents to major West Coast destinations.

Explore the City

Railroad Park is a 49-acre outdoor train museum with full-size railroad cars.

Greenhills Estates borders many orchards and vineyards.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Medford, OR is $1,183 for a studio, $1,177 for one bedroom, $1,412 for two bedrooms, and $1,729 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Medford has increased by 2.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,177/month
653 Sq Ft
House
$2,171/month
1,362 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,909/month
1,194 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Medford, OR is for everyday living.

Somewhat Walkable

53 / 100

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Some Transit

32 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Bikeable

64 / 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Hoover Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Logos Public Charter School

Public

Grades K-12

Lone Pine Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Kennedy Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Logos Public Charter School

Public

Grades K-12

Hedrick Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Mcloughlin Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Logos Public Charter School

Public

Grades K-12

North Medford High School

Public

Grades 9-12

South Medford High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Central Medford High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Crater Rock Museum
  • TouVelle State Recreation Site
  • Flying L Ranch
  • Agate Reservoir

Airports

  • Rogue Valley International - Medford

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.