City of Roseburg

The City of Roseburg is a growing, vital community which enjoys a high quality of life in a semi-rural setting. Roseburg is located in the beautiful "Heart of the Land of Umpqua" region in southwestern Oregon. The elevation is 465 feet, and features a mild, fair seasonal climate. Average rainfall is 30.7 inches with occasional light snow. Average summer temperature is 78 with a few days up to 100. Average winter temperature is 44.67 with a few days in the low 30s or 20s. Roseburg is the county seat and largest city in Douglas County. The population is 24,820 with an urban daytime population of approximately 60,000. Roseburg is the hub of retail, government activity and medical services for Central Douglas County. The City is served by Roseburg School District #4, which has an excellent reputation and community support. Umpqua Community College is 5 miles north of the City and offers a varied curriculum with extensive adult education and community oriented classes. Multiple locations at the college are available for cultural activities, and there is a thriving community theater group with its own venue in a city park. The city boasts numerous park areas, including tennis courts, soccer and ball fields, a 9-hole golf course, skate park, disc golf course, dog park and walking trails. Roseburg is the location of choice for many who seek a high quality living environment at a reasonable price. Various community events, including Graffiti Week, Art and Wine Festivals and Music on the Half Shell, among others, are held throughout the year for local residents and tourists. There are numerous shopping opportunities from specialty shops in historic downtown to nationwide chain stores. Roseburg's economy has diversified in recent years while still retaining strong ties to its natural resource base. Efforts to bring clean industries and new jobs to the area have been fruitful and are continuing through support by a coalition of government agencies and funding.