Sign In Register

Merlin, OR

Oregon · Josephine County · Grants Pass Metro

Merlin is a small town in Oregon with a population of 1,355. Residents earn $66,342 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,355 Population 327/sq mi density
$66,342 Median Income $38,753 per capita
$419,100 Home Value $460,184 Zillow
$1,090 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,342 median income, 0.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$419,100 home value, $1,090/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Merlin, OR

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Median Income $66,342
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $419,100
49% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,090
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

How Merlin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,355
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,342
Per Capita$38,753
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$3,924M
Commute36 min

Housing

B
Home Value$419,100
Rent$1,090
Ownership93.8%
Zillow$460,184
Housing Units695
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,103/100K

Health

Obesity32.4%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking14.9%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation887 ft (270 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score5.29

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 34%
Commute36 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations14
Libraries4

Is Merlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Merlin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Merlin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Merlin is $66,342, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Merlin is $419,100, 49% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,090 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Merlin is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,103 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Merlin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Merlin has a population of 1,355 with a density of 327 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 5.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.3% of residents, while 6.7% speak Spanish. 12.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,355
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Merlin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish 6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Merlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Merlin is $66,342, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,753. The average weekly wage is $945, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2,806 business establishments, including 231 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 6.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Merlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,342
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,753
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$61,613
Gini Index0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,806
County GDP$3,924M

Business (County)

Restaurants231
Healthcare311
Retail319
Manufacturing101

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,452
1% below US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Merlin is $419,100, 49% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $460,184. Homes sell for 87.6% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,090 (6% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,143 for a one-bedroom to $1,425 for a two-bedroom apartment. 93.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 695 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $3,452. 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$419,100
49% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$460,184

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$252
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio87.6%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,090
6% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.8%
Owner-Occupied93.8%
Renter-Occupied6.2%
Housing Units695
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,452
1% below US avg
Effective Rate0.82%
In Merlin, 32.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 29.2% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 18.0% report binge drinking. 20.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 28.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,359. The dentist ratio is 1:1,170. 70.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Merlin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma12.4%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,359
Dentists1:1,170
Mental Health1:104
Checkup Rate69.2%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death10,791/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities311
Merlin has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,103 per 100,000, 7% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 546 federally declared disasters. Overall, Merlin receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Merlin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,103.3/100K
7% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Merlin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32. The city sits at an elevation of 887 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation887 ft (270 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates42.5199°N, 123.4323°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyJosephine County County
Nearest AirportRogue Valley International - Medford (MFR)
30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above US avg
Wettest Month (Dec) 7.32"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability66.4 / 100
Community Resilience49.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively High
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

355 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M2.8 on Mar 19, 2025.

Sep 21, 1993 27 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M6.0 114 km
Sep 21, 1993 22 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M5.9 118 km
Dec 4, 1993 20 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M5.1 120 km
Jan 23, 2024 16 km WSW of Klamath, CA M4.3 130 km
Sep 21, 1993 25 km SW of Chiloquin, Oregon M4.3 114 km
Jul 29, 1991 38 km W of Crescent City, California M4.3 131 km
May 15, 2002 9 km W of Klamath Falls, Oregon M4.3 130 km
Jan 19, 1994 15 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M4.3 125 km
Jan 9, 1994 12 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M4.3 127 km
Feb 26, 2009 37 km NW of Selma, Oregon M4.2 38 km
Sep 23, 1993 23 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M4.1 116 km
Dec 31, 1993 14 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M4.1 126 km
Dec 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M4.0 125 km
Jan 7, 1994 12 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M4.0 127 km
Sep 30, 1999 46 km WSW of Etna, California M3.9 127 km
Sep 21, 1993 22 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M3.9 118 km
Nov 17, 1994 24 km SW of Chiloquin, Oregon M3.9 115 km
Sep 29, 1999 4km E of Somes Bar, CA M3.9 128 km
Jan 24, 2014 31 km SSE of Powers, Oregon M3.8 44 km
Sep 21, 1993 21 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M3.8 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

5 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF0.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 18, 2013 EF0 85 km 0
Oct 24, 2010 EF0 86 km 0
Nov 9, 2002 EF0 87 km 0
Jan 20, 1996 EF0 88 km 0
Mar 22, 1983 EF0 87 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.1 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1873 N. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 3.1 m — 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Crater Lake (117 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Crater Lake Caldera 2,487 m (8,159 ft) -2850 117 km
Cinnamon Butte Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,956 m (6,417 ft) Unknown 134 km
Shasta Stratovolcano 4,317 m (14,163 ft) 1250 161 km
Davis Lake Volcanic field 2,163 m (7,096 ft) -2790 176 km
Medicine Lake Shield 2,412 m (7,913 ft) 1060 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BISCUIT COMPLEX (BISCUIT) (495,308 ac, 2002).

Year Name Acres Distance
2002 BISCUIT COMPLEX (BISCUIT) 495,308 40 km
2017 CHETCO BAR 194,877 60 km
2018 KLONDIKE 178,311 38 km
2020 SLATER 157,784 66 km
2014 HAPPY CAMP COMPLEX 118,491 93 km
1987 SILVER 96,698 46 km
2017 OAK 95,692 87 km
2023 KELLY 90,267 76 km
1987 KING TITUS 71,390 98 km
2022 MCKINNEY 60,592 93 km
2018 TAYLOR CREEK 57,505 16 km
2021 SMITH 50,739 83 km
2002 BOULDER 48,505 87 km
2018 MILES 40,343 69 km
2018 NATCHEZ 38,800 70 km
2018 KLAMATHON 38,188 98 km
1987 FORT COPPER 36,333 71 km
2023 FLAT 34,496 54 km
2014 KNF BEAVER 34,274 84 km
2016 GAP 33,940 81 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 6.7 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 5.3 in
March 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in Warmest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 6.9 in
December 40°F (4°C) 7.3 in Wettest

Merlin has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 38°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.3") and July the driest (0.4").

View full weather details →
Merlin is located in Josephine County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 24.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 63.3% of the vote, a 29.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 14 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 311 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 93.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.3%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 29.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations546
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score5.29
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density327/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi
CountyJosephine County County

Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Avg Download Speed85.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations14
Alt Fuel Stations14
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities311
Restaurants231
Retail Stores319

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%
Average costs for common services in Merlin. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,131
Toddler$1,030
Preschool$827
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$749
Toddler$699
Preschool$650
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Josephine County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 10,074 425 $48,221 2.24
Retail Trade 4,101 316 $37,492 1.31
Accommodation & Food Services 3,019 228 $24,597 1.06
Manufacturing 2,809 138 $53,913 1.09
Construction 1,132 334 $52,720 0.69
Other Services 1,004 226 $36,074 1.06
Finance & Insurance 904 126 $80,202 0.71
Administrative & Waste Services 777 146 $45,050 0.42
Professional & Technical Services 682 231 $66,169 0.31
Wholesale Trade 582 97 $61,286 0.47
Real Estate 481 102 $77,033 0.99
Transportation & Warehousing 447 52 $46,656 0.34
Management of Companies 290 26 $115,043 0.55
Arts & Entertainment 282 28 $26,455 0.53
Educational Services 246 28 $29,661 0.38
Information & Technology 236 73 $60,230 0.40
Utilities 59 6 $164,832 0.49
Unclassified 5 16 $58,628 0.11

Schools in Merlin

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Southern Oregon Success Academy (Charter) High 252 5 50.4:1
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Merlin

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KXCJ Illinois Valley Community Radio adult contemporary, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Humboldt 101 easy listening AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Merlin

14 campgrounds found near Merlin.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CHINQUAPIN GROUP CAMPGROUND 5.0/5 1 $75
FLUMET FLAT GROUP CAMPGROUND 5.0/5 1 $75
Acorn Woman Peak Lookout 4.9/5 1 $65
Cave Creek Campground 4.6/5 17 Free
Beaver Sulphur Group Campground 4.0/5 1 $75
Carberry Group Campground 4.0/5 1 $60–$75
JACKSON CAMPGROUND ON THE APPLEGATE RIVER 3.8/5 12 $30–$75
HART-TISH PARK at APPLEGATE LAKE 3.7/5 16 $30–$75
Acorn Woman Lakes 3.6/5 15 $25–$75
Devil's Flat Campground — 3 $5–$10
Harr Point Campground — — Free
MCKEE BRIDGE COMMUNITY KITCHEN — 1 $50
ONION MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT — — Free
River Bench Campground — — Free

National Parks Near Merlin

7 national parks and monuments found near Merlin.

ParkTypeFee
Barview Wayside Park State Park Free
Brandon South Jetty Park State Park Free
Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park State Park Free
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park State Park Free
Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve National Monument & Preserve $20
Pelican State Beach State Park Free
Tolowa Dunes State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Merlin

200+ trails found near Merlin.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
KALMIOPSIS RIM 30.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CHETCO DIVIDE 9.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOUNDARY TRAIL 8.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BRIGGS CREEK 8.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NORTH FORK SMITH RIVER 7.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PAYETTE 7.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
DUTCHY CREEK 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SILVER PEAK - HOBSON HORN TRAI 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LITTLE CHETCO 7.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TAYLOR CREEK 6.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ILLINOIS RIVER 6.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COLLINGS MOUNTAIN 6.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TINCUP 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SHAN CREEK 5.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SILVER PEAK - HOBSON HORN TRAI 5.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DEVIL'S FLAT 5.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BALDFACE CREEK 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BEARCAMP RIDGE 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BAILEY MOUNTAIN 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CHINA CREEK 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EMILY CABIN 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
KALMIOPSIS RIM 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COW CREEK 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DA-KU-BE-TE-DE 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LITTLE GRAYBACK 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TAYLOR CREEK 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MULE MOUNTAIN 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MULE CREEK 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MINNOW CREEK 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FALL CREEK 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MILLER LAKE 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FLORENCE WAY 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
UPPER CHETCO 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SILVER CREEK 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LITTLE CHETCO 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CHARLIE BUCK/BALDY PEAK 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SUCKER CREEK 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LAKE MOUNTAIN 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
O'BRIEN CREEK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BUCKSKIN PEAK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SUMMIT LAKE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RED DOG 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MAPLE DELL/TEEL CREEK 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ONION WAY 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MUD SPRINGS 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BAILEY CABIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COW CREEK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TAYLOR CAMP 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SECRET WAY 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KALMIOPSIS RIM 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GROUSE LOOP 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SUCKER CREEK TIE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PINE FLAT WAY 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BABYFOOT LAKE RIM 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FISH HOOK INTERPRETIVE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BURNED TIMBER INTER. LOOP 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FRANZ MEADOWS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BIG PINE ACCESS SPUR 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FLORENCE CUT-OFF 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FALL CREEK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LITTLE ACORN WOMAN 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MARANATHA 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BUCKSKIN PEAK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RED DOG 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ELKHORN MINE JEEP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LITTLE SILVER LAKE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SWEDE CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WALTERS CREEK INTERPRETIVE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BALDFACE CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MT. BOLIVAR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3232905 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LIMPY BOTANICAL LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3243960 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SINNS BAR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BUCKSKIN PEAK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PROSPECTORS LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SHORTY NOBLE WAY 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WATERS CREEK ACCESSIBLE LOOP 0.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
PEARSOLL PEAK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3242220 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WALTERS CREEK INTERPRETIVE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BUCKSKIN PEAK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
STURGIS FORK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
YORK BUTTE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FISH HOOK INTERPRETIVE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3242215 0.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
FALL CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ELK CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ILLINOIS RIVER 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BOUNDARY TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LITTLE SILVER LAKE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NFST-3201414 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3242410 0.7 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3243212 0.7 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
MUD SPRINGS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GREEN VALLEY 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ILLINOIS RIVER 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BABYFOOT LAKE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BOUNDARY TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FALL CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BUCKSKIN PEAK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GIN LIN 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OSPREY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NFST-3243961 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELK CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NFST-3242020 0.5 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
CALSH 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BABYFOOT LAKE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HARR RIDGE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NFST-3220910 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELK SKULL BLUFF 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3220600 0.5 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
BIG PINE CREEK LOOP 0.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
WATERS CREEK ACCESSIBLE LOOP 0.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3230220 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHETCO LOOKOUT 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NFST-3201402 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3242203 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3200101 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ILLINOIS RIVER 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PHONE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NFST-3200102 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SECRET WAY SPUR TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3243235 0.3 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3242301 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SAM BROWN TIE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3200250 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3243921 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3243224 0.3 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3232867 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FALL CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
YORK BUTTE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3243051 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3232901 0.3 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
ROGUE RIVER (NRT) 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WALTERS CREEK INTERPRETIVE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3243223 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3242221 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WALTERS CREEK INTERPRETIVE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3232801 0.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3220930 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3243228 0.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
COW CREEK FALLS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3232840 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3220551 0.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3242049 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3232802 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BROKEN COT CAMP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CUT OFF 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG PINE LOOP A ACCESS 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3232861 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STORE GULCH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
VIEW POINT 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NFST-3232885 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3243234 0.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
UPPER CHETCO 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NFST-3243955 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3220652 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3232926 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CULY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WALTERS CREEK INTERPRETIVE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
YORK BUTTE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3230211 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3242048 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BIG PINE CREEK LOOP 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
BOUNDARY TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TEEL POINT 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MULE CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3242211 0.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3200372 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SUCKER CREEK TIE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NFST-3243940 0.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL — — —
NFST-3242224 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SILVER FALLS OVERLOOK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3231750 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MINNOW CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BIG PINE SUNSHINE LOOP 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
TILLER HISTORICAL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BIG PINE LOOP 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FRANZ MEADOWS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WALTERS CREEK INTERPRETIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NFST-3229310 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BABYFOOT LAKE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYBACK INTERPRETATIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WALTERS CREEK INTERPRETIVE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —

Museums in Merlin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GRANTS PASS MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM229 SW G ST5414793290$145,386
JOSEPHINE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5414797827$96,113
SCHMIDT HOUSE MUSEUM & BARNHISTORIC PRESERVATION5414797827$96,113
OREGON CAVES AND CHATEAUHISTORIC PRESERVATION5419441139$57,176
COW CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5418322103$12,493
APPLEGATE TRAIL INTERPRETIVEGENERAL MUSEUM5414728545
FIREHOUSE GALLERYART MUSEUM
GALICE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION11744 GALICE ROAD5414763818
GOLDEN COYOTE WETLANDSGENERAL MUSEUM
SUNNY VALLEY APPLEGATE TRAIL SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUM
WISEMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM

Libraries in Merlin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
JOSEPHINE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM200 NW C ST0.030,851

Farmers Markets in Merlin

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers' Friday MarketSelma Community Center
Grants Pass Growers' Market4th St & F St03/18/2017 to 10/28/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Merlin

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Galice Resort
Morrison's Rogue River Lodge

Restaurants in Merlin

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hellgate OK Corral
Iron Oar Bar and Grill
River Grill

Cafes in Merlin

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

How Sweet It Is
Shan cr cafe

Zoos in Merlin

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wildlife Images Rehabilitation and Education Center

Gas Stations in Merlin

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

76
Phillips 66

Banks in Merlin

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Umpqua Bank
Washington Federal

Golf Courses in Merlin

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Red Mountain Golf Course

Breweries in Merlin

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Climate City Brewing CoBars & Clubs, U.S., Restaurants, Brewers, Grants Pass Restaurant, Family: Independent, Restaurants &509 S W G St5414799850, 5414793725Visit
Griess Family Brews & TaproomBrewers220 S W H Saint B5414509090
Lucky ParrotGrants Pass, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants1320 Redwood Ave5414790214
Troon VineyardVineyards, Brewers, Wineries1475 Kubli Rd5418469900Visit
Villa Novia VineyardsWholesale Fruits & Vegetables, Vegetable Shippers, Beverages, Fruit & Vegetable Markets, Brewers, Wi5455 Deer Creek Rd5415974051
Wild River Brewing and Pizza Companybrewery, pizza place, Pizza Place, Brewery, and Pub, pub595 N E E St5414744456Visit
Wooldridge Creek WineryVineyards, Brewers, Wineries818 Slagle Creek Rd5418466364Visit

Ski Resorts Near Merlin

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Wolf Creek 100.0 9 3,628 $56 November - April — —

Cell Towers in Merlin

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
BLM 65-4-5 OFF OF FIELDER CREEK ROAD (100933)GTOWER38
BLM 65-4-5 OFF OF FIELDER CREEK ROAD (100933)GTOWER38
7 MILES SOUTH OF WOLF CREEKTOWER34
7 MILES SOUTH OF WOLF CREEKTOWER34
Wolf Peak - 1.6 miles NE of Tunnel RoadTOWER34
Wolf Peak - 1.6 miles NE of Tunnel RoadTOWER34
Baldy Mtn. - 2.9 miles up Jewett CreekTOWER31
Baldy Mtn. - 2.9 miles up Jewett CreekTOWER31

Fire Stations in Merlin

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
County Fire Department220 Peach STMostly volunteer541-479-6636

Bridges in Merlin

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete continuous195726910,043F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous195726910,043F
SlabPrestressed concrete1974406,962G
SlabPrestressed concrete1987623,773G
Tee BeamConcrete1940542,871F
SlabPrestressed concrete1975442,662G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19541572,267F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1970892,264G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1959611,930F
SlabConcrete continuous19881401,864G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19981501,864G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19541161,774F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19553481,710F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1958411,545F
SlabPrestressed concrete1975361,534F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous20017251,426G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19582761,221F
SlabPrestressed concrete194025640F
SlabPrestressed concrete197733640G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196330426F
Truss (Thru)Steel1967765200F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197365100G
CulvertSteel200427100F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19604390F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete continuous19648575G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19599350F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198111250G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19645050G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195111650F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19717350G
SlabPrestressed concrete19865020G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19594816F

Amtrak Stations in Merlin

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Grants Pass, OR132 Northeast B StreetBUS
Selma, OR110 Deer Creek RoadBUS

Airports Near Merlin

40 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rogue Valley International-Medford AirportMFRMedium Airport
B Bar Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Backachers Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Beagle Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Calvert Peak Airport—Small Airport
Chamberlain Airport—Small Airport
Collier Bar Airstrip—Small Airport
Firefly Ranch Airfield—Small Airport
Flournoy Valley Airport—Small Airport
Fly By Night Airport—Small Airport
Gederos Airport—Small Airport
George Felt Airport—Small Airport
Glide Aero Airport—Small Airport
Grants Pass AirportGTPSmall Airport
Grave-King Airport—Small Airport
Half Moon Bar Lodge Private Airport—Small Airport
Happy Camp Airport—Small Airport
Illinois Valley Airport—Small Airport
Lookingglass Airport—Small Airport
Lucas Ranch Emergency Airstrip—Small Airport
Medella Bison Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Mucky Flat Airport—Small Airport
Myrtle Creek Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Nace Family Airstrip—Small Airport
Napier Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Oakridge Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Paradise Lodge Private Airport—Small Airport
Placer Airport—Small Airport
Powers Airport—Small Airport
Riverview Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Roseburg Regional AirportRBGSmall Airport
Round Mountain Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Shady Cove Airpark—Small Airport
Snider Creek Airport—Small Airport
Springbrook Airport—Small Airport
Sutton on Rogue Airport—Small Airport
Vineyard Airstrip—Small Airport
Ward Field—Small Airport
Winkle Bar Airport—Small Airport
Wonder Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Merlin

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Glendale Police Department
Grants Pass Public Safety

Grocery Stores in Merlin

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General Store 16763Other3625 Merlin Rd
Joe Creek Country Store & Rv ParkConvenience Store699 Jumpoff Joe Creek Rd
Lil Pantry Market And Deli 4 Gp LLCConvenience Store148 Merlin Rd
Merlin Market & DeliConvenience Store170 Galice Rd
Ray's Food Place 12Supermarket3500 Merlin Rd
Sam's Market & DeliConvenience Store8530 Monument Dr
Super Speedy MartConvenience Store5635 Riverbanks Rd

Treatment Centers in Merlin

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Adapt Integrated Healthcare - Grants PassSubstance Abuse541-474-1033
Crisis Resolution Center - Options for Southern OregonBoth541-472-9983
Kairos - MomentumMental Health541-956-4943
OnTrack Inc - Grants Pass OutpatientSubstance Abuse541-955-9227
ORTC LLC - DBA Grants Pass Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse541-955-3210

Churches & Religious Organizations in Merlin

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOUR SQUARE GOSPELPO BOX 1101
MERLIN COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 707

Explore Near Merlin

Mines
4
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
View all →
UFO Sightings
3
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
View all →
Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
View all →

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Merlin.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Merlin

What is the population of Merlin?

Merlin has a population of 1,355 residents and is located in Oregon. The population density is 327 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Merlin expensive to live in?

Merlin has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $66,342, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $419,100 (49% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,090 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Merlin safe?

Merlin is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,103 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Merlin receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Merlin?

Merlin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 32.

How is the job market in Merlin?

The job market in Merlin is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $945. There are 2,806 business establishments in the area, including 231 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 36 minutes, and 6.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Merlin?

The median home value in Merlin is $419,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $460,184. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,090. Fair market rent is $1,143 for a 1-bedroom and $1,425 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 93.8%. The average annual property tax is $3,452.

How are the schools in Merlin?

Schools in Merlin score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.5% of adults in Merlin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Merlin?

The obesity rate in Merlin is 32.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 20.7% are physically inactive. 28.3% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance. 70.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,359.

What is transportation like in Merlin?

The average commute in Merlin is 36 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Merlin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Merlin is 82.5% White, 5.5% Hispanic or Latino. 93.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.7% speak Spanish. 12.9% of the population are military veterans. 22.0% of residents have a disability. 97.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Redwood, OR 3,150 pop · 7.1 mi Grants Pass, OR 39,183 pop · 7.9 mi New Hope, OR 1,529 pop · 11.1 mi Rogue River, OR 2,092 pop · 14.7 mi Foots Creek, OR 1,095 pop · 17.4 mi Gold Hill, OR 1,264 pop · 20.2 mi Williams, OR 1,030 pop · 22.0 mi Cave Junction, OR 1,701 pop · 26.8 mi Jacksonville, OR 2,991 pop · 27.6 mi Ruch, OR 1,475 pop · 28.2 mi Central Point, OR 19,183 pop · 28.4 mi Canyonville, OR 1,917 pop · 29.2 mi Riddle, OR 1,161 pop · 30.2 mi White City, OR 10,913 pop · 31.2 mi
Compare Merlin with another city: