Prospect, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
724 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,808 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
43 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$309,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$515 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$644 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
4
Medford Metro Area
4
Oregon
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
7
Medford Metro Area
7
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 16 36
Feb 4 14 38
Mar 4 12 41
Apr 3 7 45
May 2 2 51
Jun 1 0 58
Jul 0 0 65
Aug 0 0 65
Sep 1 0 59
Oct 3 2 50
Nov 6 12 40
Dec 7 18 35

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, OR State Senate District 28, OR State House District 56, OR
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Schools

Prospect Charter School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Butte Falls Charter School
16 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Shady Cove School
20 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Northwest College-Medford
33 miles, SW • 1 star
Phagans Medford Beauty School
34 miles, SW • 1 star
Southern Oregon University
41 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Providence Medford Medical Center
35 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Asante Ashland Community Hospital
40 miles, SW • 5 star
Sky Lakes Medical Center
49 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
101 miles, NW • 1 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
102 miles, N • 1.4 star
Roberts Field
123 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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