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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Sandy, OR vs Medford, OR

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Are people in Medford older or younger than people in Sandy?
- The Median Age in Medford is 3.4 years older than in Sandy.

Are housing costs cheaper in Medford or Sandy?
- Medford housing costs are 23.5% less expensive than Sandy housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Medford or Sandy?
- The average commute for residents of Medford is 16.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Sandy.

Things to do in Sandy?
Sandy, OR is an inviting town east of Portland offering numerous delightful attractions such as Wildwood Recreation Site displaying its distinctive environment or Pioneer Bridget Park perfect for outdoor activities; locals gather yearly at their spectacular Sandy Mountain Festival with music and art each June.

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.

 Sandy, ORMedford, ORUnited States
 Population  Unlock84,894329,725,481
 Median Income$88,775  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$492,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time32.65  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Sandy    1 Reviews
Kade · Sandy, OR
Sandy, OR Review
Over 5 years ago

Lived in Sandy since I was about 6 and I love it sometimes there is not a lot to do but it is a great small  More

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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

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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

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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

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