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Talent Oregon Map

Explore Talent, Oregon, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Talent, Oregon

How to Use This Talent, Oregon Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Talent, Oregon. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Oregon or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Talent.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Talent
State	Oregon (OR)
County	Jackson County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	42.245684
Longitude	-122.788646
Population	6,282
Density	1823.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	97540
Area Code	541
County Seat	Medford
School District	Phoenix-Talent School District 4

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About Talent, Oregon

Talent is a locality in Jackson County, Oregon, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,282. The population density is 1823.7 people per km². Talent is located at 42.2457°N, 122.7886°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Talent is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 97540.

Talent occupies a landscape defined by the persistent, life-giving flow of Wagner Creek, which meanders through the terrain with a quiet, grounding presence. It lies 5.4 miles northwest of Ashland, OR (from Ashland, OR: bearing 311°T), and is situated 7.1 miles southeast of Medford. The land surrounding Talent rises toward distant, shadowed peaks of the Klamath Mountains, which silhouette the horizon in shades of deep indigo as the sun retreats. To the east, the rugged contours of Packard Gulch offer a stark, wind-swept contrast to the verdant lowlands, while Hilldale Reservoir serves as a still, reflective basin just a short distance away. Light here possesses a particular, crystalline clarity during the late afternoon, illuminating the dry grasses and the sturdy, unpretentious architecture of the region. Residents often find themselves drawn to the modest, open spaces of Library Park, where the air remains cool and resonant with the sounds of the surrounding countryside.

Talent emerged from the early agricultural efforts of pioneers who recognized the fertility of the soil and the reliability of the local waterways. Historically, the economy relied upon the bounty of orchards and small-scale farming, providing a steady rhythm of seasonal labor that shaped the character of the settlement. Today, the economic landscape has evolved to include a mixture of professional services and small businesses that mirror the changing demands of the modern regional economy. While the primary focus remains on sustainable development, local industries continue to draw upon the natural resources found in the nearby Mill Creek Plantation. Talent maintains a careful balance between preserving its agrarian roots and fostering a contemporary, industrious spirit that supports its inhabitants.

Cultural life in Talent thrives on a deep appreciation for artistic expression and a commitment to maintaining a shared, communal identity. The town serves as a gathering point for those who value the quietude of inland living, often reflected in the thoughtful, deliberate pace of daily interaction. Library Park frequently hosts informal gatherings, acting as a social anchor where neighbors exchange news and celebrate the changing seasons. While Talent does not seek the clamor of widespread fame, it fosters a distinct, localized pride that resonates through its public spaces and community-led events. Those who reside here appreciate the subtle, enduring beauty of the land, finding contentment in a lifestyle that favors substance over the transient trends of larger, more frantic urban centers.

Nearby Outdoor Places

The Talent Gallery (Gallery) — 0.1 mi, 127° SE
Colver Rd Soccer Field (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 268° W
Bear Creek Greenway (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 014° N
Wagner Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 171° S
Chuck Roberts Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 132° SE
Cedarwood barn (Attraction) — 1.9 mi, 190° S
Crooked Mile Gallery (Gallery) — 2.0 mi, 326° NW
Pheasant Fields Farm (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 302° NW
Holton Creek Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 3.5 mi, 208° SW
Iron Mike (Monument) — 5.0 mi, 132° SE
Hay-Patton Rehearsal Center (Arts Centre) — 5.2 mi, 132° SE
Oregon Cabaaret Theater (Theatre) — 5.2 mi, 132° SE
Rogue River National Forest (National Forest) — 5.3 mi, 165° S · 629k acres
Al Densmore Bridge (Monument) — 5.8 mi, 327° NW
Bear Creek Park Amphitheater (Theatre) — 6.0 mi, 327° NW
Dakubetede Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 6.1 mi, 227° SW
Anderson Ridge Jack ash trail system trail head (Viewpoint) — 6.1 mi, 233° SW
Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument (National Monument) — 6.2 mi, 072° E · 171k acres
Hoover-Cooper Building (Monument) — 7.0 mi, 323° NW
Kid Time! Discovery Experience (Museum) — 7.1 mi, 323° NW
Little Applegate River (Wild & Scenic River) — 7.6 mi, 202° S · 6,684 acres
Old washing machine (Historic Ruins) — 7.7 mi, 003° N
Crater Lake National Park (National Park) — 7.9 mi, 323° NW · 183k acres
Southern Oregon Live Steamers (Theme Park) — 8.6 mi, 327° NW
Antelope Creek (Wild & Scenic River) — 8.7 mi, 032° NE · 6,352 acres
Hanley Farm (Museum) — 9.7 mi, 310° NW
Linda Brody Memorial Fountain (Attraction) — 10.1 mi, 297° NW
Historic Nunan House (Attraction) — 10.4 mi, 299° NW
Klamath National Forest (National Forest) — 11.4 mi, 166° S · 1.7M acres
Railroad Trestle (Historic Ruins) — 12.1 mi, 296° NW

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