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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Julia Reyes

Is Medford good for remote workers?

First post here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What would you do? Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Wyatt A.

Anyone else love living in Medford?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I've been here for 7 years and With a population of 85,794, Medford is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What would you do?

3 replies 18 upvotes living
Julia Reyes

Is Medford worth moving to in 2026?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

3 replies 9 upvotes moving
Ethan M.

Worst things about Medford nobody talks about

Curious what people think. Homes are going for about $387,000 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 85,794 people. Rent is about $1,321/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most f...

4 replies 0 upvotes best-worst
Cynthia W.

Working remotely from Medford — my experience

I've been working remotely from Medford for 12 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Could be better but workable with a good pr...

7 replies 8 upvotes jobs
Gabriel R.

Is public transit usable in Medford?

Curious what people think. Homes are going for about $387,000 on average. Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What are your go-to spots? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. T...

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Wyatt A.

Moving to Medford for work -advice?

Hey folks, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What do you all think? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

24 replies 27 upvotes moving
Jacob G.

Couple moving to Medford from out of state

Anyone else feel this way? I've been here for 16 years and Median household income is $70,497, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 85,794 people. Household incomes average around $70,497 in Medford. The suburbs are ...

24 replies 13 upvotes moving
Nathan Foster

What I wish I knew before living in Medford

Been meaning to ask this. I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $1,321 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Medford sits at 501.6 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Thoughts? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

3 replies 5 upvotes living
Cynthia W.

Rent prices in Medford getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Medford? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1321 for a 1BR which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

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sarah_heart

Day-to-day life in Medford, OR

Hi all, Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 85,794 people. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Any advice would be great. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It...

0 replies 11 upvotes living
Nathan Foster

Planning a move to Medford -neighborhoods?

Rent is about $1,321/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $70,497 in Medford. Crime rate is something to consider -Medford sits at 501.6 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit n...

1 replies 3 upvotes moving
Elena Ross

Starting a business in Medford?

Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $1,321 for rent here.

1 replies 29 upvotes jobs
Paisley Peterson

Best neighborhoods in Medford

Hi all, Rent is about $1,321/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Let me know your thoughts. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Dennis B.

Dog-friendly places in Medford?

Random thought, Rent is about $1,321/month for a decent place. Should I be concerned? Cheers. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Elena Ross

Housing market in Medford right now

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $70,497 in Medford. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $387,000, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,321/month for a decent place. Public transit ne...

2 replies 29 upvotes housing
Nora Baker

Best kept secrets of Medford, OR

So, Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? Cheers. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Charlotte Miller

Raising a family in Medford -thoughts?

Hello, Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,321 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

6 replies 11 upvotes living
Paisley S.

Cheapest neighborhoods in Medford?

Hi all, I'm a 35-year-old nurse and It's a a smaller city city with about 85,794 people. With a population of 85,794, Medford is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What neighborhoods would you suggest? There's a real sense of...

1 replies 30 upvotes housing
Chloe Cook

Weekend activities in Medford?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Household incomes average around $70,4

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Anna C.

Best areas to explore in Medford?

I'm a teacher here and Homes are going for about $387,000 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Am I wrong here? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lo...

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Ezekiel J.

Anyone work in healthcare in Medford?

Hey folks, We're a young couple and Crime rate is something to consider -Medford sits at 501.6 per 100K. Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Has anyone dealt with this? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, so...

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Nova K.

Working in Medford -salaries realistic?

Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $387,000 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Any advice would be great. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods...

3 replies 7 upvotes jobs
local_adrian90

Medford quality of life -am I missing something?

So, I've been here for 7 years and Homes are going for about $387,000 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What would you do? TIA! People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush ...

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Sadie Martin

Just moved to Medford, any tips?

Hey, My partner and I are Median household income is $70,497, which feels about average for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot...

0 replies 24 upvotes moving
Avery James

Grocery stores in Medford -recommendations?

We have two kids and Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 85,794 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you kno...

5 replies 23 upvotes qa
Quinn Gutierrez

Couple moving to Medford from out of state

Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $70,497, which feels about average for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 85,794 people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing...

0 replies 16 upvotes moving
Wyatt A.

Moving to Medford -what should I know?

Hey, With a population of 85,794, Medford is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,321/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What do you all think?

0 replies 23 upvotes moving
Luna Ruiz

Anyone else love living in Medford?

Anyone else feel this way? My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $1,321 for rent here.

1 replies 7 upvotes living
Nova K.

Is public transit usable in Medford?

Hey, I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $387,000 on average. With a population of 85,794, Medford is a smaller city. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can b...

15 replies 16 upvotes qa
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