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Merlin, Oregon
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 Merlin, Oregon
Location in Oregon
Merlin, Oregon
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Josephine |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.17 sq mi (10.79 km2) |
| • Land | 4.16 sq mi (10.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 907 ft (276 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,690 |
| • Density | 406.45/sq mi (156.94/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
97532
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| Area code(s) | 458 and 541 |
| FIPS code | 41-47650 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1166680 |
Merlin is a small community in Josephine County, Oregon, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city does. It's also a "census-designated place" (CDP), which is an area the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering population data.
As of 2020, about 1,690 people live in Merlin. The area is very popular for outdoor activities. Many people enjoy sport fishing and whitewater rafting on the nearby Rogue River. Merlin's ZIP code is 97532.
History of Merlin
The story of Merlin began with a railroad station in 1883. This station was first called "Jump Off Joe." It was named after a local stream.
In October 1886, the station's name changed to "Merlin." A civil engineer working for the railroad chose the name. He saw many merlins, which are a type of small falcon, flying in the area.
A post office called "McAllister" opened about a mile north of Merlin in 1885. Later, in 1891, this post office moved closer to the railroad station and was also renamed Merlin.
Geography and Location
Merlin is located about 9 miles (14 kilometers) northwest of a larger town called Grants Pass. It sits in a valley formed by Jumpoff Joe Creek. This creek joins the Rogue River about 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) to the west.
The entire area of the Merlin CDP covers about 4.17 square miles (10.79 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.02 square kilometers), is water. Merlin is located about 907 feet (277 meters) above sea level.
Population and People
Merlin is a small community with a steady population. The 2020 census counted 1,690 people living there. This number helps us understand how the community has grown over time.
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| 2020 | 1,690 | — | |
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See also
In Spanish: Merlin (Oregón) para niños
