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Medford, OR vs Portland, OR
Medford, OR vs Portland, OR: What the data shows
Medford, OR is in Medford, OR while Portland, OR is in Portland, OR — both in the same state. On home prices, Medford, OR is the more affordable option at $297,600 median — $238,200 less than Portland, OR's $535,800. WYLT rates Medford, OR as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Portland, OR as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Medford, OR has the stronger safety profile of the two. Medford, OR has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Portland, OR has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Medford, OR has Low flood risk and Portland, OR has Low flood risk.
Portland, OR is the more walkable neighborhood. Medford, OR scores N/A/100 versus Portland, OR's 30/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Portland, OR has the higher school rating — Medford, OR rates 8.2/10 and Portland, OR rates 8.6/10.
| Category | Medford, OR | Portland, OR |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Good for now |
| Median Price | $298K ✓ Lower price | $536K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $59K | $102K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Low ✓ More stable | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 30/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 1/100 | 35/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 1/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 90 min | 11 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.2/10 | 8.6/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | FamiliesStudentsRemote workers | Families with school‑age kidsCommuters to downtown PortlandHigh‑earning professionals |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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