Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
21%
Medford
Medford, OR Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,178
Population
84,451
Renter Mix
45% Rent
A picturesque city in the middle of Oregon's Rogue Valley Wine Country
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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. 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
The RoxyAnn Barn is an iconic farm in Medford.
Medford residents enjoy cozy neighborhoods with great views.
Vineyards cover acres of fertile land in Medford.
Railroad Park is a 49-acre outdoor train museum with full-size railroad cars.
Medford is a charming suburb.
Greenhills Estates borders many orchards and vineyards.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$63,608
Average: $79,348
Education
20,063
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
38,304
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Medford has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
45%
Non-Renters
55%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Medford, OR is $1,181 for a studio, $1,178 for one bedroom, $1,415 for two bedrooms, and $1,732 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Medford has increased by 1.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,178/month
653 Sq Ft
House
$2,157/month
1,418 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,091/month
1,116 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Medford, OR is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
647 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,146 Students
Public
Grades K-5
513 Students
Public
Grades K-5
446 Students
Orchard Hill Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
345 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,146 Students
The Valley School of Southern Oregon
Public
Grades 6-8
120 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
996 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
915 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,146 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,701 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,870 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Crater Rock Museum
- TouVelle State Recreation Site
- Flying L Ranch
- Agate Reservoir
Military Bases
Airports
- Rogue Valley International - Medford
Colleges
Top Apartments in Medford
Houses for Rent in Medford
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.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.