Jackson County in Oregon offers a variety of transportation options for its residents. Public transportation is available in the form of bus services operated by Rogue Valley Transportation District (RVTD) and connecting to nearby cities such as Medford, Grants Pass and Ashland. The transit system provides morning and evening routes throughout the county, as well as express services from Medford to Ashland or Grants Pass. For those who prefer to drive their own vehicles, there are also taxi companies operating in the county that offer both airport and local services. Additionally, for those who enjoy recreational activities, there are bike trails with mountain biking routes as well as scenic roadways for cyclists to explore. All of these options allow Jackson County’s residents to easily access the neighboring communities while still enjoying the beauty of Jackson County's rural environment.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Jackson County takes 18.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Jackson County get to work:
- 75.5% drive their own car alone
- 10.0% carpool with others
- 7.9% work from home
- 0.9% take mass transit