| ZIP Code | 97501 |
|---|---|
| City | Medford |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Jackson County |
| Area Code | 458/541 |
| Elevation | 2,416 ft |
| Latitude | 42.285729 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.897456 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 14.1% ▲ 41% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 519 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,889 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 5,696 (19.3%) |
| Associates | 5,635 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,596 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,133 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,971 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $325,200 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,238/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,370 |
| Vacant Units | 1,137 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,370 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,137 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 97501 is located in Medford, Oregon, within Jackson County. With a population of 45,008, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.1 years. Economically, 97501 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,971 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97501 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $325,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,238 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.7%) and renters (45.4%). Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 97501 is primarily White (72.49%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.1%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97501 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 97501 in Medford, OR is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 45,008 residents, a median household income of $61,971, and a median home value of $325,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.