Central Point, Oregon facts for kids
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Central Point, Oregon
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| Nickname(s):
The Fair City
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Location in Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Jackson |
| Incorporated | 1889 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.94 sq mi (10.21 km2) |
| • Land | 3.94 sq mi (10.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,272 ft (388 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 18,997 |
| • Density | 4,820.35/sq mi (1,861.30/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−7 (Pacific) |
| ZIP code |
97502
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| Area code(s) | Area code 541/458 |
| FIPS code | 41-12400 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1118785 |
| Website | www.centralpointoregon.gov |
Central Point is a city in Oregon, located in Jackson County. In 2020, about 18,997 people lived there. It's right next to Medford and is part of the larger Medford area. Central Point is famous for hosting the annual Jackson County Fair every July!
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History of Central Point
Central Point got its name from a pioneer named Isaac Constant. He settled here in 1852. He called it "Central Point" because it was a key crossroads. This spot was in the middle of the Rogue Valley.
It was where the main road from the north met the road between Jacksonville and other towns along the Rogue River. Around 1870, the Magruder Brothers opened a store. A post office was set up in 1872, officially naming the area Central Point.
Geography and Location
Central Point is a city that covers about 3.90 square miles (10.1 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Where is Central Point?
The city is about 1,272 feet (388 meters) above sea level. It sits along Oregon Highway 99 and Interstate 5. These are major roads northwest of Medford. Jacksonville is to the south, and Gold Hill is to the northwest. The Central Oregon and Pacific Railroad also runs through the city.
Local Waterways and Trails
Griffin Creek flows into Bear Creek right in Central Point. Bear Creek is a larger stream in the area. The Bear Creek Greenway is a popular biking and hiking trail. It connects several cities like Ashland, Talent, Phoenix, and Medford. This trail also goes through Central Point, following Bear Creek.
Climate in Central Point
Central Point has a climate with warm, dry summers. The average monthly temperatures do not go above 71.6 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees Celsius). This type of weather is called a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. It's often shown as "Csb" on climate maps.
| Climate data for Central Point, Oregon | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 71 (22) |
80 (27) |
86 (30) |
96 (36) |
103 (39) |
115 (46) |
115 (46) |
114 (46) |
110 (43) |
100 (38) |
82 (28) |
72 (22) |
115 (46) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 48 (9) |
54 (12) |
59 (15) |
65 (18) |
73 (23) |
82 (28) |
92 (33) |
91 (33) |
84 (29) |
70 (21) |
53 (12) |
46 (8) |
68 (20) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 32 (0) |
34 (1) |
36 (2) |
40 (4) |
45 (7) |
51 (11) |
57 (14) |
56 (13) |
49 (9) |
42 (6) |
36 (2) |
30 (−1) |
42 (6) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −3 (−19) |
6 (−14) |
16 (−9) |
21 (−6) |
28 (−2) |
31 (−1) |
38 (3) |
39 (4) |
29 (−2) |
18 (−8) |
10 (−12) |
−10 (−23) |
−10 (−23) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.42 (61) |
2.01 (51) |
1.71 (43) |
1.38 (35) |
1.30 (33) |
0.62 (16) |
0.28 (7.1) |
0.40 (10) |
0.57 (14) |
1.13 (29) |
3.01 (76) |
3.49 (89) |
18.32 (464.1) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 1.3 (3.3) |
0.6 (1.5) |
0.4 (1.0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0.2 (0.51) |
1.1 (2.8) |
3.6 (9.1) |
| Source: Medford Weather Forecast Office | |||||||||||||
People of Central Point
In 2010, there were 17,169 people living in Central Point. The city has grown a lot over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 534 | — | |
| 1900 | 322 | −39.7% | |
| 1910 | 761 | 136.3% | |
| 1920 | 582 | −23.5% | |
| 1930 | 821 | 41.1% | |
| 1940 | 906 | 10.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,667 | 84.0% | |
| 1960 | 2,289 | 37.3% | |
| 1970 | 4,004 | 74.9% | |
| 1980 | 6,357 | 58.8% | |
| 1990 | 7,509 | 18.1% | |
| 2000 | 12,493 | 66.4% | |
| 2010 | 17,169 | 37.4% | |
| 2020 | 18,997 | 10.6% | |
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Schools in Central Point
Central Point has several public schools. Five of the eight schools in the Central Point School District are located right in the city. These include:
- Central Point Elementary School
- Mae Richardson Elementary School
- Jewett Elementary School
- Scenic Middle School
- Crater High School
Economy and Jobs
Central Point is home to several interesting businesses. These include Talk Radio Network, Erickson Air Crane, and the Crater Rock Museum.
Famous Cheese Makers
Rogue Creamery is a local business that makes amazing cheeses. Their cheeses have won awards at the World Cheese Awards and American Cheese Society Awards. This shows how good their products are!
Local Agriculture
Farming is also important in Central Point. Farmers here grow a lot of pears and grapes for wine. Recently, they have also started growing industrial hemp.
Top Employers in Central Point
Many people in Central Point work for these top employers:
| # | Employer | # of Employees |
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| 1 | School District 6 | 673 |
| 2 | Costco | 384 |
| 3 | Knife River Materials | 142 |
| 4 | Pilot Travel Center | 110 |
| 5 | USF Reddaway | 110 |
| 6 | So. Ore. Veterinary | 110 |
| 7 | Albertsons | 100 |
| 8 | City of Central Point | 75 |
| 9 | McDonald's | 48 |
Notable People from Central Point
Many interesting people have connections to Central Point:
- Jason Atkinson – A former Oregon State Senator.
- Eugene Bennett – A talented fine artist.
- Amy Denson – A professional basketball player.
- Lisa Franchetti – A high-ranking United States Navy Vice Admiral.
- Dean Hartgraves – A major league baseball pitcher.
- Clayton Klein – A former Oregon State Representative.
- Bryce Peila – A football player who played in the Arena Football League.
- Dennis Richardson – A former Oregon Secretary of State.
- Basil Wolverton – A famous comic book artist for Marvel and Mad magazine.
See also
In Spanish: Central Point para niños
