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Selma, Oregon
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 Selma, Oregon
Location in Oregon
Selma, Oregon
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Josephine |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.46 sq mi (16.72 km2) |
| • Land | 6.46 sq mi (16.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,325 ft (404 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 661 |
| • Density | 102.37/sq mi (39.52/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
97538
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| Area code(s) | 541 and 458 |
| FIPS code | 41-66150 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1149227 |
Selma is a small community in Josephine County, Oregon, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city. In 2020, about 661 people lived in Selma. The community uses the ZIP code 97538.
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Exploring Selma's Location
Selma is located in the southwestern part of Josephine County. It sits in the valley of Deer Creek. This creek flows into the Illinois River, which then joins the larger Rogue River.
Key Routes and Nearby Towns
U.S. Route 199 goes right through the middle of Selma. If you drive south for about 8 miles (13 km), you'll reach Cave Junction. Heading northeast for about 20 miles (32 km) will take you to Grants Pass. Grants Pass is the main city and county seat for Josephine County.
Selma's Size
The U.S. Census Bureau states that the Selma CDP covers an area of about 6.46 square miles (16.7 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People and Homes in Selma
Most people living in Selma are of White (Non-Hispanic) background, making up about 95.9% of the population. Nearly all residents, 98.7%, are U.S. citizens.
Property Values and Homeownership
In 2022, the average value of a home in Selma was around $253,400. A high number of people, about 88.8%, own their homes in Selma.
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| 2020 | 661 | — | |
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Famous People Connected to Selma
Selma has been home to, or visited by, some interesting people.
John Wayne's Connection
The famous actor John Wayne used to visit the Deer Creek Ranch. This ranch is just one mile west of Selma. Today, it's known as the Deer Creek Center for Field Research and Education. John Wayne grew to love the area after he filmed his movie Rooster Cogburn along the Rogue River.
Other Notable Residents
- Kristy Lee Cook: She is from Selma and became well-known for placing 7th on American Idol season 7.
- Craig Wright: He was a pioneer in sabermetrics, which uses statistics to analyze baseball. He lived in Selma for a while when he was younger, working in nearby Grants Pass.
See also
In Spanish: Selma (Oregón) para niños
