Population221,795 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
River Valleys With Arts And Mining Histories
Jackson County, OregonMedford anchors Jackson County, while Ashland and Jacksonville offer distinct cultural and historical identities. The Rogue River, Lithia Park, pear orchards and university connections broaden the county’s setting, linking a regional center with smaller communities and recognizable outdoor destinations. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 221,795 residents in Jackson County, Oregon, on July 1, 2025. The county has approximately 2,783 square miles of land, according to the 2020 Census Gazetteer.
Jackson County at a Glance
Population221,795 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatMedford
Largest MunicipalitySee local community resources
Established1852 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP CodesUse USPS ZIP Code Lookup
Total Area, Including Water2,801.312 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Major RoutesCheck TripCheck for routes
Area CodesCheck the listed local contact
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Jackson County
Jackson County was formed in 1852 and named for Andrew Jackson. Gold discovered near Jacksonville that year and a wagon road connecting the area with California helped accelerate settlement. The original county covered a much larger region, later divided into additional counties. Medford is the present county seat. The shift from a large early jurisdiction to the present county helps explain its varied historical references. Mining, agriculture and cultural institutions offer different lenses on communities within that changing boundary.
Choose Jacksonville for a mining-era history theme or Ashland for its arts and park setting. Medford provides the civic reference point. The Rogue River offers another thread, with specific public destinations best selected according to the activity and available time. Leave time for the selected town's own interpretation before adding a river stop. This makes it easier to recognize why the communities share a region while maintaining different local identities.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
The Rogue River, Lithia Park, pear orchards and university connections broaden the county's setting, linking a regional center with smaller communities and recognizable outdoor destinations.
Community History
Jackson County was formed in 1852 and named for Andrew Jackson. Gold discovered near Jacksonville that year and a wagon road connecting the area with California helped accelerate settlement.
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Choose Jacksonville for a mining-era history theme or Ashland for its arts and park setting. Medford provides the civic reference point.
Discover distinct town stories across a connected river region.
A Closer Look
Jackson County
Places and perspectives from Jackson County
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County Resources
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Government
Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Bellview Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-05. 1070 Tolman Creek Rd, Ashland, OR 97520. 541-482-1310.
Butte Falls Charter School – Other; grades KG-12. 720 Laurel Ave, Butte Falls, OR 97522. 541-865-3563.
Central Point Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-05. 450 S 4th St, Central Point, OR 97502. 541-494-6500.
Eagle Rock Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-05. 1280 Barton Rd, Eagle Point, OR 97524. 541-830-6162.
Madrone Trail Public Charter School – Elementary; grades KG-08. 3070 N Ross Ln, Central Point, OR 97502. 541-842-3657.
Orchard Hill Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-05. 1011 LaLoma Dr, Medford, OR 97504. 541-779-1766.
Pinehurst Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-08. 15337 Hwy 66, Ashland, OR 97520. 541-482-1910.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Asante Ashland Community Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 280 Maple Street, Ashland, OR 97520. 541-482-2441.
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center – Acute Care Hospitals. 2825 E Barnett Road, Medford, OR 97504. 541-789-7000.
Providence Medford Medical Center – Acute Care Hospitals. 1111 Crater Lake Avenue, Medford, OR 97504. 541-732-5000.
Public Safety
Emergency Services
State parks
Find official Oregon and county service contacts through Oregon.gov.
Trails
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Utilities
Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Jackson County Library Services – 205 S Central Ave, Medford, OR 97501. 541-774-6423.
Applegate Branch Library – 18485 N Applegate Rd, Applegate, OR 97530. 541-846-7346.
Ashland Branch Library – 410 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, OR 97520. 541-774-6980.
Butte Falls Branch Library – 626 Fir Ave, Butte Falls, OR 97522. 541-865-3511.
Central Point Branch Library – 116 S Third St, Central Point, OR 97502. 541-664-3228.
Eagle Point Branch Library – 239 W Main St, Eagle Point, OR 97524. 541-826-3313.
Courts
Find official Oregon and county service contacts through Oregon.gov.
DMV
Oregon — Schedule, Cancel or Change an Appointment
Oregon — Driver license applications for adults
Transportation
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
Get to Know Jackson County
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Local Questions
Jackson County Questions, Answered
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221,795 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate). This is a dated Census Bureau estimate, rather than a live resident count.
2,801.312 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography). The total combines land and water area.
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Start with these official Oregon resources: Schedule, Cancel or Change an Appointment; Driver license applications for adults; Offices. Choose the page for the service you need, then check its office or online instructions before making a trip. These links cover state services; they do not establish that every transaction is available at a county office.
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My Local Guide
Explore Jackson County
Places to visitRiver scenery, historic towns and Ashland’s parks in the Rogue Valley.
- Historic Jacksonville
- Lithia Park in Ashland
- Rogue River near Gold Hill
- Emigrant Lake
- Mount Ashland
- Butte Creek Mill
Explore the Jackson County profile in the Oregon Blue Book
County photograph: Oregon State Archives, via Oregon Blue Book. County profile and map: Oregon Secretary of State.
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