Medford Oregon Map
Medford, Oregon — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Medford, Jackson County.
Interactive Map of Medford, Oregon
| City | Medford |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Jackson |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 42.326515 |
| Longitude | -122.875595 |
| Population | 170,502 |
| Density | 1158.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Medford, Oregon
Medford is a locality in Jackson County, Oregon, United States. With a population of 170,502, Medford is a major urban centre in Oregon. The population density is 1158.9 people per km². Medford is located at 42.3265°N, 122.8756°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 97504.
Medford, Oregon, unfolds in a valley cradled by the Siskiyou Mountains, a landscape shaped by the Rogue River's persistent journey towards the sea. It lies 24.4 miles east-south-east of Grants Pass, OR (from Grants Pass, OR: bearing 108°T), and is situated 4.0 miles south-south-east of Central Point. This fertile ground, historically rich with the bounty of orchards and vineyards, owes its early development to pioneers drawn by the promise of agriculture and the allure of the West. The economy of Medford has long been intertwined with the land, its prosperity once deeply rooted in logging and fruit packing, and now increasingly diversified to include technology and tourism, though the scent of ripe pears still occasionally drifts on the breeze. The very air here seems to hold a quiet resilience, a testament to generations who have coaxed sustenance from this sun-drenched earth. The cultural character of Medford is one of pragmatic optimism, a blend of frontier spirit and modern sensibility, where community gatherings often revolve around the harvest and local arts. While no single landmark dominates the skyline, the presence of Lithia Park, with its meandering paths and natural beauty, offers a constant invitation to pause and reflect, its ancient trees whispering stories of seasons past. Medford is home to Southern Oregon University, a vibrant hub of learning that infuses the city with youthful energy and intellectual curiosity. The spirit of competition is alive in its sports teams, and the annual Pear Blossom Festival remains a cherished tradition, a colourful celebration of identity and renewal. Though no globally recognized celebrities claim exclusive Medford residency, the city has been a welcoming backdrop for many who have passed through, leaving their own subtle imprint on its evolving narrative.
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About This Medford Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Medford, Oregon with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Medford and Jackson County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Medford is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Medford is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
