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Gold Hill, OR

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Population
1,317
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,093 ft
Median Home Value
$340,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$56,359
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Gold Hill

Gold Hill is a quiet, scenic community set along a bend of the Rogue River in southern Oregon. Home to around 1,300 people, it offers a peaceful, rural feel with deep roots in the region's Gold Rush history. Its spot right along Interstate 5 makes day-to-day life convenient, giving you a quick commute to larger neighboring cities like Medford and Grants Pass while keeping you tucked away from the bustle.

Rogue Umpqua Scenic Byway Main Street of Gold Hill NARA 7721346

Outdoor recreation is a major draw here, especially with the river running right through town. Locals enjoy easy access to fishing, rafting, and watching kayakers navigate Nugget Falls, as well as visiting quirky roadside attractions like the Oregon Vortex. You will head into Central Point or Medford for big-box shopping and extensive dining options, but Gold Hill delivers a friendly, slow-paced lifestyle in a beautiful natural setting.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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