Medford, Oregon

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
85,539
Population
$65,647
Median Income
$355,600
Home Value
38.1
Median Age

Demographics

Medford has a population of 85,539 with a median age of 38.1. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
82.2%
Hispanic
16.6%
Asian
1.3%
Black
0.9%
Demographic Value
Total Population85,539
Median Age38.1
White82.2%
Black or African American0.9%
Asian1.3%
Hispanic or Latino16.6%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Medford is $65,647, which is 12.6% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $33,822. The poverty rate is 13.2%.

$65,647
Median Household Income
$33,822
Per Capita Income
13.2%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Medford is 5.0%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Medford, 90.7% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 28.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9.6% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
90.7%
Bachelor's+
28.4%
Graduate+
9.6%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher90.7%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher28.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree9.6%

Housing

The median home value in Medford is $355,600, above the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,214. The homeownership rate is 54.7%.

$355,600
Median Home Value
$1,214/mo
Median Rent
54.7%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$355,600
Median Monthly Rent$1,214
Homeownership Rate54.7%
Vacancy Rate5.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Medford, Oregon?
The population of Medford, Oregon is 85,539 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Medford, Oregon?
The median household income in Medford, Oregon is $65,647. This is 12.6% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Medford, Oregon?
The median home value in Medford, Oregon is $355,600. The median monthly rent is $1,214.
What percentage of people in Medford have a college degree?
In Medford, Oregon, 28.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.7% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Medford, Oregon an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Medford, Oregon is 5.4x (median home value $355,600 vs. median income $65,647), making it moderately affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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