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Renter's Guide to Medford

You’ll love calling the scenic city of Medford your home! In fact, it's one of the most diverse and exciting cities in southern Oregon. This vibrant community is filled with welcoming neighbors and picturesque mountain views.

The city's also considered the halfway point between Portland and San Francisco, making it a major hub in the area.

At approximately 26 square-miles, Medford is 5.5 times smaller than Portland, which is 275 miles to the north. Medford is also 360 miles from San Francisco and 79 miles from Klamath Falls, OR.

Local Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center was ranked as one of the top hospitals in Oregon, according to U.S. News & World Report.

The weather in Medford can get quite hot during the summer, with temperatures reaching into the low-90s in July and August. Average winter temperatures are in the mid 40s to low 50s, though they do occasionally drop below freezing at night. The city receives around 19 inches of rain per year, along with about 7 inches of snow.

Medford, OR Demographics

  • Total Population77,579
  • Female 38,266
    Male 39,313
  • Median Age37.4

Cost of Living in Medford, OR

NerdWallet ranked Medford #34 among its Cities on the Rise in Oregon. The cost of living is much lower than in Portland. Dinner for two costs around $45 at a mid-range restaurant, while a domestic beer to go with your meal will be about $3.

Basic utility services for a 915 square-foot apartment in Medford cost an average of $170/month, which is considerably higher than Portland, where the same utilities average $125/month.

Bus service in Medford is provided by Rogue Valley Transportation District Transit, with monthly passes starting at $56. Ride sharing is also available via Uber or Lyft, as well as 24-hour taxi service.

Living in Medford, OR

Medford is an amazing community with fine wine, diverse cuisines, and plenty of scenery. With Siskiyou Mountains and Mt. McLoughlin close by, hikers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts will have plenty of keep them busy. And heading downtown offers lots of restaurant choices and boutique shops, as well as some really cool events.

But living in Medford does have its drawbacks. Professional sports are hard to come by, with the closest teams being hundreds of miles away, in Portland and Sacramento. This also means that residents are quite a ways away from major urban centers – although Medford is still one of the biggest cities in southern Oregon.

Things to do in Medford

There are many beautiful parks and trails throughout the city, including Oregon Hills Park, which features sandy areas, water buckets, paths, and much more. Holmes Park is even more spacious, with open fields, picnic areas, playgrounds, and tennis courts.

Looking for a fun place for kids in Medford? You’ll want to explore the Kid’s Time Children Museum, which is filled with hands-on exhibits, a tree house, classes, and other fun rooms.

Downtown Medford is a premiere attraction in southern Oregon, with its selection of shops, restaurants, breweries and pubs, and more. Some great annual events include the Winter Wine Event and the Harvest Fair & MicroBrew Festival. Then there's the Southern Oregon Music Festival. And you won’t want to miss their holiday events and art shows either.

Medford is within fifty miles of national forests, national parks, and Mt. McLoughlin, adding lots of beauty to this gorgeous landscape. You’ll find lakes nearby as well, and the Pacific Ocean is close enough for a weekend trip with the family.

Whether you want to spend a day enjoying nature, sampling local wines, or simply catching a movie at the Cinemark Tinseltown Movie Theater, you'll always have plenty to do in Medford.

Employment and Economy

Medford’s economy is mainly driven by agriculture and is home to the Harry and David Operations Corp. – the largest employer in southern Oregon. Lithia Motors, a Fortune 500 company, also has its headquarters in Medford.

Two major medical centers, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center and Providence Medford Medical Center, provide thousands of jobs as well.

Medford, OR Households

  • Total Number of Households29,751
  • Family 18,967
    Non-family 10,784
  • Children 9,494
    No Children 20,257
  • Average People Per Household2.55
  • Median Household Income$41,931
  • Median Housing Costs Per Month$936

Education in Medford

Rogue Community College is located in Medford and offers a 2-year degree program, certificate programs, and credits that can transfer to major universities.

Southern Oregon University has a campus in Medford and offers dozens of degree programs, from education to biology. Their athletic teams, the Raiders, compete in the Frontier Conference.

The city is part of the Medford School District, the largest in southern Oregon. The district has 21 schools, and there are also several private schools in the area.

Medford, OR Education Statistics

  • No High School5%
  • Some High School38%
  • Some College28%
  • Associate Degree7%
  • Bachelor Degree14%
  • Graduate Degree7%

Tips for Renting in Medford

Ready to discover Medford? We bet! But first, let's take a moment to get familiar with some of the local tenant laws.

Your landlord has the right to increase rent as much as they see fit, so long as they give you 90 days’ notice in advance  – the State of Oregon doesn't allow for rent control.

If repairs need to be made but the landlord refuses to make them, you have the right to handle the repairs on your own and deduct the cost from your rent. But you must first provide written notice to your landlord, along with receipts for the completed work.

Always read your lease agreement, so you'll know what's expected of you and your landlord.

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