Overview
Cost of Living
Crime
Climate
Interactive Map
Jobs
Education
Economy
Health
Religion
People
Politics & Voting
Housing Stats
Commute Time
Rankings
Upgrade to Premium

2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Medford, OR vs Melrose, MA

Change Cities
Highlights
Are people in Melrose older or younger than people in Medford?
- The Median Age in Melrose is 4.4 years older than in Medford.

Are housing costs cheaper in Melrose or Medford?
- Melrose housing costs are 108.4% more expensive than Medford housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Melrose or Medford?
- The average commute for residents of Melrose is 16.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Medford.

Things to do in Medford?
Medford, Oregon provides a perfect blend between modern life and stunning views of nearby Crater Lake National Park or Starvation Creek State Park.

Things to do in Melrose?
Melrose, MA is an upscale residential community just outside of Boston. It's known for its excellent schools, hot real estate market, quaint downtown area that draws visitors from all over Massachusetts seeking unique goods and services from local retailers .

 Medford, ORMelrose, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock29,567329,725,481
 Median Income$57,424  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$376,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.17  Unlock26.38
Cost of Living
Reviews for Medford    51 Reviews
Em · Coto de Caza, CA
Nice to visit but not a great place to live
Over 4 years ago

Our family moved to Medford in early 2017 and we cannot wait to leave. Every summer since we arrived has been filled with oppressive and persistent smoke to the point  More

   |    Reply
Ashley · Medford, OR
Medford is a Lovely Town to Nestle Into and Enjoy
Over 4 years ago

My husband and I semi-retired here in 2014 after considering several around the same size in terms of population. We love the four seasons here as well as the gorgeous  More

   |    Reply
John · Medford, OR
Kiss the ground in Medford
Over 4 years ago

We have lived here for 12 years now and find it to be a great place to live. When I read a post that blames Trump for the homeless population and how, "things will be  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Medford

See all reviews
Reviews for Melrose    1 Reviews
Roy · Framingham, MA
great community
Over 12 years ago

Melrose is located a mere 7 miles from Boston and is only one of four cities in MA without a major road traversing, there are three commuter rail stops. It's filled  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Melrose

See all reviews
Most Recent Searches On Compare Cities
Moving from:Moving to:
 Rumford, MaineBluefield, West VirginiaCompare
 Tyler, TexasStorrs, ConnecticutCompare
 Corvallis, OregonStorrs, ConnecticutCompare
 Ouray, ColoradoWaco, TexasCompare
 Savannah, TennesseeRedding, CaliforniaCompare
 East Petersburg, PennsylvaniaDunedin, FloridaCompare
 Salamanca, New YorkBradford, PennsylvaniaCompare
 Portland, MaineBoulder, ColoradoCompare
 Raton, New MexicoColumbus, New MexicoCompare
 Clinton, MassachusettsAlburgh, VermontCompare

Learn More About Medford, Oregon
Overview
Cost of Living
Job Market
Crime
Climate
Economy
Religion
Voting
Learn More About Melrose, Massachusetts
Overview
Cost of Living
Job Market
Crime
Climate
Economy
Religion
Voting
Premium Subscription
Includes Cost of Living compares for child care, utilities, transportation, health, taxes, housing for home owners vs renters, weather, insurance premiums and so much more.


The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

Privacy Policy  •  Terms of Use  •  Returns & Refunds
© Best Places. All rights reserved.