Cost of Living in Jackson County, Oregon

$1,310/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$400,200

Median Home Value

15% above state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$1,310/mo

15% above state average

Median Home Value

$400,200

42% above national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

32.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Jackson County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Jackson County$1,310/mo

Oregon Average$1,137/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$1,310/mo

Median Gross Rent

$400,200

Median Home Value

$1,362/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

32.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Jackson County, Oregon

Jackson County: above average cost pressure

Jackson County renters spend 22.0% of income on housing, significantly above both Oregon's 19.4% state average and the national norm. Median household income of $71,443 trails the national average, yet $1,310 monthly rent creates noticeable affordability pressure for many residents.

Southern Oregon's high-cost county

Jackson County's rent-to-income ratio of 22.0% ranks it among Oregon's least affordable counties, with rents $173 above the state median. The county's appeal as a cultural and outdoor destination drives housing costs notably higher than neighboring Douglas County.

Pricier than Douglas, cheaper than the mountains

Jackson's $1,310 monthly rent falls between Douglas County's $995 and the mountain counties—well below Deschutes' $1,674 but above Grant's $840. Home values of $400,200 place it in Oregon's mid-to-upper range, reflecting Medford's role as southern Oregon's regional hub.

Housing costs strain budgets significantly

Jackson County households earning $71,443 pay $1,310 in rent (22.0% of income) or $1,362 in owner costs (22.9% of income). Both tenure types consume more than one-fifth of gross income, representing meaningful affordability challenges for renters and modest homebuyers.

Southern Oregon's cultural center—at a price

Jackson County offers Medford's cultural amenities, arts scene, and southern Oregon lifestyle, but at a 22% rent-to-income ratio that strains budgets compared to Douglas County's 20.2%. Choose Jackson if the lifestyle amenities justify the affordability trade-off versus more affordable southern Oregon alternatives.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Jackson County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

22.0%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,667

per month

Owner Cost Burden

22.9%

of gross income

The median home in Jackson County may be a stretch

Median home value is $400,200. Estimated monthly cost: $3,195 vs. your max of $1,667.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio22.0%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Jackson County, Oregon?

Jackson County, Oregon has a median monthly rent of $1,310/mo and a median home value of $400,200. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 32.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Jackson County?

The median gross rent in Jackson County is $1,310/mo. This is 15% above state average for Oregon.

Is Jackson County affordable?

Jackson County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 32.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Jackson County's rent compare to the state average?

Jackson County's median rent of $1,310/mo is 15% above state average of $1,137/mo for Oregon.

What is the median home value in Jackson County?

The median home value in Jackson County, Oregon is $400,200. This is 42% above the national median home value of $281,900.