Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,094 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 38,145 (25.4%) |
| Some College | 20,951 (14%) |
| Associates | 27,413 (18.3%) |
| Bachelors | 14,079 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 47,234 (31.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,135 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $411,067 ▲ 47% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,299/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 96,534 |
| Vacant Units | 6,281 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jackson County is located in Oregon and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 14 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 221,558 residents. With a median age of 42.99, it is a middle-aged county.
Jackson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $72,134 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Jackson County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $411,067 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,298. Homeownership rates are high at 65.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jackson County are primarily White (77.53%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Jackson County, OR is a solidly middle-class area in Oregon. The 15 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97520 | Ashland | 26,983 | $71,485 | $568,700 | $1,360 | 5.7% | 65.5% |
| 97522 | Butte Falls | 584 | $47,083 | $229,200 | $817 | 9.3% | 11.2% |
| 97502 | Central Point | 29,583 | $79,146 | $374,000 | $1,245 | 3.7% | 33.1% |
| 97524 | Eagle Point | 15,072 | $81,944 | $421,400 | $1,340 | 10.8% | 31.2% |
| 97525 | Gold Hill | 4,732 | $68,512 | $426,700 | $1,142 | 4.6% | 31.6% |
| 97530 | Jacksonville | 9,157 | $95,300 | $541,400 | $1,657 | 5.5% | 55.3% |
| 97501 | Medford | 45,008 | $61,971 | $325,200 | $1,238 | 5.3% | 29.6% |
| 97504 | Medford | 50,471 | $81,233 | $447,800 | $1,387 | 5.0% | 47.8% |
| 97535 | Phoenix | 4,766 | $60,451 | $374,600 | $1,284 | 4.1% | 42.3% |
| 97536 | Prospect | 1,230 | $57,682 | $292,700 | $792 | 1.8% | 28.3% |
| 97537 | Rogue River | 6,656 | $58,445 | $362,300 | $1,161 | 7.7% | 33.8% |
| 97539 | Shady Cove | 3,349 | $45,837 | $295,700 | $1,055 | 12.2% | 33.8% |
| 97540 | Talent | 8,475 | $57,686 | $427,900 | $1,428 | 3.9% | 56.6% |
| 97541 | Trail | 1,373 | $39,688 | — | $1,078 | 7.2% | 19.6% |
| 97503 | White City | 14,119 | $65,040 | $299,500 | $1,082 | 4.7% | 20.1% |