ZIP Code 97540, Oregon
ZIP Code 97540 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 97540 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jackson County, Oregon. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,323. The land area covers 44.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,323 | ±407 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,986 | ±348 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,186 | ±332 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,986 | ±348 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 200 | ±117 |
| Median Home Value | $453,900 | ±$25,737 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,559 | ±$162 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,762 | ±$9,016 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,682 | ±$3,704 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.5% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 958 | ±264 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,962 | ±405 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.2% | ±3.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 221,331 (2024)
ID: 173615
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SR. DEPUTY COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
10 S OAKDALE AVE, RM 214, MEDFORD OR 97501-2992
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Medford, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Phoenix, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashland, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ashland, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Ashland, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Central Point, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Central Point, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Medford, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Medford, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Ashland, OR |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Southern Oregon University
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College | 6.3 mi away | 1250 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, OR, 97520 |
5415527672
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TALENT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 101 HOME ST, TALENT, OR, 97540 |
(541) 535-4163
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Pacific Bible College
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College | 9.8 mi away | 516 W 4th Street, Medford, OR, 97501 |
5415001234
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PHOENIX BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 510 W 1ST ST, PHOENIX, OR, 97535 |
(541) 535-7090
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Phagans Medford Beauty School
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College | 11.3 mi away | 2320 Poplar Dr, Medford, OR, 97504 |
5417726155
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ASHLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 410 SISKIYOU BLVD, ASHLAND, OR, 97520 |
(541) 774-6980
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Northwest College-Medford
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College | 12.3 mi away | 2241 Tower East, Medford, OR, 97504-9998 |
5417728937
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JACKSON COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICES
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 205 S CENTRAL AVE, MEDFORD, OR, 97501 |
(541) 774-6423
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JACKSONVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 340 WEST "C" ST, JACKSONVILLE, OR, 97530 |
(541) 899-1665
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RUCH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 7919 HIGHWAY 238, RUCH, OR, 97530 |
(541) 899-7438
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ASHLAND, OR US, located 5.4 miles from ZCTA5 97540. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.0° | 29.6° | 39.3° | 2.35" | 0.0" |
| February | 53.7° | 29.7° | 41.7° | 2.04" | 0.3" |
| March | 58.0° | 31.8° | 44.9° | 2.03" | 0.0" |
| April | 62.8° | 35.2° | 49.0° | 1.95" | 0.0" |
| May | 71.1° | 41.2° | 56.1° | 1.64" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.5° | 45.8° | 62.1° | 0.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.1° | 50.6° | 69.4° | 0.44" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.4° | 49.4° | 68.4° | 0.37" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.8° | 43.3° | 62.0° | 0.50" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.0° | 36.1° | 52.0° | 1.41" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.2° | 32.5° | 43.3° | 2.57" | 0.0" |
| December | 47.2° | 29.2° | 38.2° | 3.38" | 0.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talent city | City | 3.8 mi | — |
| Phoenix city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Ashland city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Medford city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Jacksonville city | City | 11.4 mi | — |
| Ruch CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 97540. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.