Ashland

OR

Jackson County, Oregon

Population 223K |Median income $73,999 |3 hospitals

Population
222,645
Jackson County
Median Income
$73,999
+9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$430,200
+89% vs avg
Median Age
42.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
223K+9%
Median Income
$73,999+68%
Median Home Value
$430,200+91%
Poverty Rate
12.4%-28%
Unemployment
5.4%-59%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,358/mo
Poverty Rate
12.4% -13% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.7%
Work From Home 12.9%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 80.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.8%
Asian 1.1%
African American 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
36.1%
Short Sleep Duration
34.2%
Obesity
32.8%
Physical Inactivity
21.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
18%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.8%
Binge Drinking
14.6%
Current Smoking
12.9%
Diabetes
12.7%
Current Asthma
12.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.7%
Annual Checkup 75.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.5%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
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1
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
ASANTE ROGUE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
MEDFORD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
PROVIDENCE MEDFORD MEDICAL CENTER
MEDFORD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Ashland Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Ashland, OR? ▼
Ashland, OR has a population of 222,645 people, located in Jackson County, Oregon.
What is the median household income in Ashland? ▼
The median household income in Ashland, OR is $73,999 per year. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
What is the median home value in Ashland? ▼
The median home value in Ashland, OR is $430,200. Median rent is $1,358/month.
What are the top health concerns in Ashland? ▼
The top health indicators in Ashland include High Blood Pressure (36.1%), Short Sleep Duration (34.2%), Obesity (32.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Ashland? ▼
Ashland has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Ashland? ▼
The median age in Ashland, OR is 42.8 years. 31.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ashland, OR is located in Jackson County, Oregon. With a population of 223K and a median household income of $73,999, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Ashland area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jackson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.