Selma
Census-designated place in Josephine County, Oregon

Selma is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Josephine County, Oregon, with 661 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,325 ft (404 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Kerby, 5.7 miles S.
- 661residents (2020 Census)
- 1,325 ftelevation · 404 m
- 6.5 sq miland area · 16.7 km²
- 102 / sq mipopulation density
- 97538ZIP code
About Selma
Selma is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Josephine County, Oregon, United States. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 695. As of the 2020 United States census it had a total population of 661. It is located in the ZIP code of 97538.
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Living in Selma
- Median household income
- $43,372
- Median home value
- $231,500
- Median age
- 32.8
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Selma had 661 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 661 |
|---|---|
| Density | 102 per sq mi (40 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Selma at a glance
| State | Oregon (OR) |
|---|---|
| County | Josephine County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 661 (2020) |
| Land area | 6.46 sq mi (16.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,325 ft (404 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.2797° N, 123.6151° W |
| ZIP code | 97538 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4166150 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Selma
- Kerby5.7 mi S
- Cave Junction8.0 mi S
- New Hope14.5 mi NE
- O'Brien14.5 mi S
- Redwood15.0 mi NE
- Takilma16.5 mi S
- Williams17.0 mi E
- Grants Pass17.8 mi NE
- Merlin19.0 mi NE
- Rogue River25.2 mi NE
- Foots Creek25.3 mi E
- Ruch29.6 mi E
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Frequently asked questions about Selma
What county is Selma in?
Selma is in Josephine County, Oregon.
What is the population of Selma, OR?
661 people lived in Selma at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Selma, OR?
The ZIP code of Selma is 97538.
What is the elevation of Selma?
1,325 feet (404 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Selma?
Kerby (5.7 mi), Cave Junction (8.0 mi), New Hope (14.5 mi), O'Brien (14.5 mi), Redwood (15.0 mi).
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