Rogue River, OR
Full City Profile · Oregon · Josephine County County
Rogue River, OR
At a Glance
How Rogue River Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rogue River's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rogue River a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rogue River residents earn a median household income of $45,163 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,344. The unemployment rate stands at 10.1% (181% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,806 business establishments, including 231 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rogue River is $274,800 , 3% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $475,816. Median rent is $1,185/month, with 27.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Rogue River reports 214 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,608/100K.
Education
17.9% of adults in Rogue River hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rogue River has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 29.