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What BestPlaces Users Say about Medford
Medford, Oregon is a city located in the Rogue Valley region and is known for its mild climate and outdoor recreation opportunities. It is also home to several major employers and a growing food and wine scene. However, like any city, there are pros and cons to living in Medford. In order to get a comprehensive understanding of what it's like to live in this particular place, let's take a look at some user reviews from BestPlaces.net.
Summary: Overall, many users have positive things to say about living in Medford, Oregon. Some common themes include the beautiful scenery, affordable housing, and friendly community. However, there are also some concerns about the job market and lack of diversity.
1. Review by "Samantha": "Medford is a great place to live. The cost of living is affordable and there are so many outdoor activities to enjoy. The people here are friendly and welcoming. I love the small-town atmosphere with big city amenities."
2. Review by "John": "I've been living in Medford for the past 10 years and have seen it grow and change. The downtown area has improved and there are more options for shopping and dining. The weather is amazing and there are plenty of parks and trails to explore."
3. Review by "Maria": "I moved to Medford for work and have been disappointed with the job market. There aren't many opportunities and the pay is lower than other cities. It's also not very diverse here. I'm considering moving to a bigger city for more opportunities."
4. Review by "David": "Medford is a hidden gem in Oregon. The scenery is stunning and the cost of living is reasonable. The only downside is the traffic can be a nightmare during rush hour. But overall, I love living here and wouldn't want to be anywhere else."
based on 51 ReviewsGet to know Medford with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Medford
Don't know what you are talking about - 11/19/2007
I currently live in San Diego, and am looking to leave for many of the same reasons of comments I find on this site. High cost of living, housing, drugs, etc... However, I have to laugh. I see so many complaints about how the cost of houses are so high in Medford and how insanely high $300,000/house is, or how expensive it is to live there. LOL.. Try living in San Diego a month.. Just one month... At an average house price of $750,000, Apartments at minimum of $1500/mo., fast paced environment, population of 2,000,000, and a tax rate of 8% . I will take a median $300,000, and a pop. of 25,000 any
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Feel Blessed! - 10/25/2007
Everyday when I wake up to the National News & Weather reports, I feel especially thankful & blessed to be fortunate enough to live in the beautiful Rogue River
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Medford...not the worst.... - 8/20/2007
...and not the best. Nice climate, a little hot in summer, not enough snow in the winter. Plenty of outdoor recreation. Problem is that it seems like it's becoming somewhat of a retirement community, kind of an average place to live but very low wages and high rents. Makes no sense. You would think by the high cost of living that you were somewhere sweet like Hawaii but it's not even a resort
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Think you'll save on taxes, think again.... - 6/28/2007
When we moved here 17 years ago we thought we had it made. We built a nice house and we both got decent jobs. It's really nice here, but the cost of living is really high. Wages are not good. The property and income tax bills are outrageous. Not only do you have to have a lot of money when you come here, you have to make a lot to stay here. It's worth it if you can do it,
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We just closed our libraries in April 07. - 5/9/2007
It sounds pretty dire to say that all the libraries in Jackson County Oregon have been closed, but it is true. We are voting on it next week, and if it passes it will mean an extra 66 cents per thousand in property taxes. For us it will cost $150 dollars per year more. I don't know how it even got to this point, but we'll see how it goes. Its hard to see how Medford got to #34 in light of this.
Signed,
Long time
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Rogue Valley's Quality of life - 1/18/2007
I have lived in the Rogue Valley my life. I have traveled to many places and have never found anyplace that is more beautiful, and has more to offer than right
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Wes, we will trade you. - 9/9/2006
Come back to Phoenix. We live in Chandler. We have lived here of and on since 1984. Boy! had it changed. You can take over our lease on a 2bd/2bth patio home ($975) and we'll rent your place. We can be packed and ready to go tomorrow. Give me the green of Oregon any day over this hot hell
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PAULA go to Medford leave Phoenix - 8/17/2006
Paula its wonderful, beautiful and heaven next to Phoenix. I cry daily because I came to Phoenix from Medford. Yes the Californians have caused price to go sky high. But I would take them over these snowbirds any day especially the northern snowbirds and the ones from WA. GOOD LUCK.. GO GIRL
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