Medford Population 2026
Medford has a population of 79,805, making it the #461 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Oregon. It is about 110× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,805
Rank in United States
#461
Coordinates
42.33°N, 122.88°W
~421 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,841 km
2,385 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Oregon
Cities near Medford
- Central Point17,995 people · ~6 km away
- Ashland20,861 people · ~20 km away
- Grants Pass37,088 people · ~39 km away
- Klamath Falls21,399 people · ~91 km away
- Altamont19,257 people · ~95 km away
- Roseburg22,114 people · ~106 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Medford?
Medford has a population of 79,805 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #461 biggest city in United States.
What state is Medford in?
Medford is located in Oregon, United States.
Is Medford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,841 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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