Prospect, OR is a small town located in Jackson County in southern Oregon. Despite its small size, Prospect has plenty of transportation options available for locals and visitors alike. Public buses are provided by Rogue Valley Transportation District (RVTD), which offers city-wide routes within Prospect and connections to other local towns and cities. For those looking to travel farther, Medford International Airport is located 30 minutes away from Prospect, offering flights to destinations throughout the country. Additionally, Eugene Airport is two hours away with flights to national and international locations. For those wishing to drive, I-5 runs through the center of Prospect while Oregon Coast Highway 42 is just south of town. With all these options available, it's easy to get around Prospect or take a trip further away.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Prospect takes 18.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Prospect get to work:
- 60.8% drive their own car alone
- 15.1% carpool with others
- 1.8% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit