New Salem, KS

Kansas · Cowley County

New Salem is a small town in Kansas with a population of 24.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
24 Population 65/sq mi density
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg

How New Salem Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population24
Density65/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Housing

Ownership100.0%
Zillow$132,803
Housing Units22
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured0.0%
Smoking15.8%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.57

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Broadband54.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is New Salem a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Salem receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Salem stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

New Salem enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 9.0 inches of snow.

New Salem has a population of 24 with a density of 65 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The gender split is 100% female and 0% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 45.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

24
Total Population
2023 Census
65
People / sq mi
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

New Salem vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Salem vs U.S. Average

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,803. Fair market rent ranges from $753 for a one-bedroom to $947 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 22 total housing units in the city. The average annual property tax is $4,055 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$132,803

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units22

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,055
16% above US avg
In New Salem, 40.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 33.0% have high blood pressure. 15.8% are current smokers. 16.7% report binge drinking. 26.1% are physically inactive. 21.8% report depression. 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 0.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,464. The dentist ratio is 1:1,813. 71.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: New Salem vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.5%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured0.0%
100% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,464
Dentists1:1,813
Mental Health1:579
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death10,887/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access71.9%
Healthcare Facilities108
New Salem enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,267 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Geography

Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates37.3143°N, 96.8897°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCowley County County
Nearest AirportWichita Dwight D Eisenhower Ntl (ICT)
38 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 9.0"
Wettest Month (May) 6.02"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.10"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score69.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability44.6 / 100
Community Resilience61.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3,845 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Sep 3, 2016 14 km NW of Pawnee, Oklahoma M5.8 99 km
Apr 9, 2018 8 km NNE of Marshall, Oklahoma M4.6 136 km
Apr 7, 2018 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma M4.6 127 km
Jan 19, 2020 2 km W of South Hutchinson, Kansas M4.5 124 km
Jan 31, 2022 7 km NW of Medford, Oklahoma M4.5 95 km
Jul 20, 2015 7 km SSE of Byron, Oklahoma M4.4 132 km
May 17, 2019 8 km E of Pond Creek, Oklahoma M4.4 102 km
Jun 9, 2018 8 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma M4.4 121 km
Jun 17, 2015 6 km ESE of Covington, Oklahoma M4.3 128 km
Jul 29, 2014 9 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma M4.3 120 km
Sep 8, 2017 9 km ESE of Jefferson, Oklahoma M4.3 98 km
Mar 4, 2018 4 km N of Breckinridge, Oklahoma M4.2 120 km
Feb 5, 2021 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma M4.2 127 km
Feb 19, 2021 6 km SW of Manchester, Oklahoma M4.2 114 km
Feb 5, 2015 8 km NE of Cherokee, Oklahoma M4.2 136 km
Jan 26, 2015 5 km NNE of Medford, Oklahoma M4.2 89 km
Jun 21, 2020 9 km NW of Perry, Oklahoma M4.2 114 km
Mar 5, 2018 5 km NNW of Breckinridge, Oklahoma M4.2 120 km
Mar 30, 2014 2 km S of Marshall, Oklahoma M4.2 147 km
Aug 16, 2019 3 km W of South Hutchinson, Kansas M4.2 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

707 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 144 fatalities, 1,198 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 26, 1991 EF5 55 km 17
May 25, 1955 EF5 75 km 20
May 25, 1955 EF5 54 km 80
May 12, 2004 EF4 97 km 0
May 3, 1999 EF4 45 km 6
Apr 26, 1991 EF4 36 km 1
Jun 23, 1969 EF4 77 km 0
Jun 10, 1958 EF4 61 km 15
Apr 2, 1956 EF4 55 km 2
Apr 29, 2022 EF3 44 km 0
Jun 26, 2018 EF3 75 km 0
Jul 7, 2016 EF3 82 km 0
May 6, 2015 EF3 89 km 0
Apr 14, 2012 EF3 83 km 0
Apr 14, 2012 EF3 48 km 0
Jun 12, 2004 EF3 35 km 0
May 29, 2004 EF3 66 km 0
May 29, 2004 EF3 63 km 0
May 8, 2003 EF3 83 km 0
May 8, 2003 EF3 99 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (60,976 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 UNNAMED 60,976 61 km
2014 UNNAMED 32,901 82 km
2002 UNNAMED 26,655 99 km
2014 UNNAMED 20,760 82 km
2015 UNNAMED 20,347 59 km
2004 UNNAMED 19,648 83 km
2014 RESERVE 19,016 95 km
2018 WEST 60 18,715 69 km
2014 UNNAMED 17,075 90 km
2016 BAR-DEW LAKE 14,806 93 km
1996 UNNAMED 14,661 96 km
2018 18-85 14,632 87 km
2014 SPIDER 14,587 91 km
2016 FERGUSON RANCH 13,625 38 km
1996 UNNAMED 13,265 79 km
1991 UNNAMED 13,063 70 km
1989 UNNAMED 12,241 68 km
1996 UNNAMED 10,911 87 km
2011 GREYHORSE 10,411 96 km
2015 Z BAR 7 10,170 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
April 56°F (13°C) 4.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 6.0 in Wettest
June 75°F (24°C) 5.7 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in

New Salem has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 32°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (1.1").

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New Salem is located in Cowley County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.3% of the vote, a 40.3-point margin. 54.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 108 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.57
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyCowley County County

Services

Broadband Access54.2%
Avg Download Speed57.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.1 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants70
Retail Stores106

Commute & Transportation

Average costs for common services in New Salem. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $225 ($135-$360)
Specialist Visit $315 ($180-$496)
Urgent Care Visit $180 ($90-$315)
Emergency Room Visit $1,982 ($721-$4,505)
Dental Cleaning $117 ($68-$180)
Dental Filling $225 ($135-$360)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23-$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45-$108)
Brake Pad Replacement $270 ($135-$451)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18-$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $541 ($360-$901)
Battery Replacement $180 ($90-$315)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54-$135)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45-$126)
HVAC Repair $360 ($135-$721)
HVAC System Install $6,307 ($3,604-$10,812)
Roof Repair $901 ($360-$1,802)
Roof Replacement $8,109 ($4,956-$13,515)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,352 ($451-$3,154)
Divorce (Contested) $13,515 ($4,505-$27,030)
DUI Defense $4,505 ($1,802-$9,010)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,352 ($721-$2,703)
Will Preparation $451 ($180-$901)
Trust Preparation $2,253 ($901-$4,505)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14-$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27-$90)
Hair Coloring (Full) $135 ($68-$225)
Manicure $23 ($14-$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23-$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $72 ($45-$117)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.69 ($2.70-$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.15 ($2.25-$4.51)
Loaf of Bread $3.42 ($2.25-$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.05 ($2.70-$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.96 ($3.60-$6.76)
Rice (per lb) $0.90 ($0.54-$1.62)
View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $126 ($72-$225)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27-$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36-$108)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36-$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27-$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45-$135)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $180 ($68-$451)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,802 ($1,081-$3,154)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $63 ($27-$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.21-$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $90 ($27-$225)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14-$68)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,081 ($541-$2,253)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $901 ($451-$1,802)
After-School Care (Monthly) $360 ($180-$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23-$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $901 ($360-$2,253)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,263 ($4,505-$27,030)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27-$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $90 ($45-$180)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27-$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18-$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $270 ($135-$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter $180 ($90-$360)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$414
Toddler$423
Preschool$423
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$426
Toddler$361
Preschool$361
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cowley County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,660 48 $67,322 3.42
Retail Trade 1,319 100 $32,605 1.01
Accommodation & Food Services 932 63 $17,873 0.79
Construction 370 54 $68,521 0.54
Administrative & Waste Services 362 44 $37,244 0.47
Finance & Insurance 327 49 $65,949 0.62
Wholesale Trade 280 40 $65,683 0.54
Other Services 188 54 $33,629 0.48
Information & Technology 87 14 $53,274 0.36
Arts & Entertainment 70 7 $15,227 0.32
Mining & Oil/Gas 60 18 $49,256 1.22
Real Estate 30 16 $42,142 0.15
Agriculture & Forestry 26 10 $37,873 0.25

Radio Stations near New Salem

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Truckers Radio USA classic country, country AAC 64 kbps
1480 AM - KQAM - Wichita news talk MP3 96 kbps
KMUW music, npr MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near New Salem

1 campgrounds found near New Salem.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BEAR CREEK COVE 4.3/5 22 $22

National Parks Near New Salem

7 national parks and monuments found near New Salem.

ParkTypeFee
Cheney State Park State Park Free
El Dorado State Park State Park Free
Fall River State Park State Park Free
Osage Hills State Park State Park Free
Pawnee Bill Museum State Park State Park Free
Sandhills State Park State Park Free
Toronto State Park State Park Free

Museums in New Salem

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHEROKEE STRIP LAND RUSH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6204426750$111,276
COWLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6202214811
DOUGLASS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION314 S FORREST ST3167462319
ROSE HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION106 SOUTH MAIN STREET
UDALL COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6207823004

Libraries in New Salem

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WINFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY605 COLLEGE0.081,500
DOUGLASS PUBLIC LIBRARY319 S. FOREST0.020,511
ROSE HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY306 N ROSE HILL RD0.04,350
UDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY109 E. FIRST ST0.01,905

Farmers Markets in New Salem

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Walnut Valley Farmers' Market301 Main Street05/28/2016 to 09/24/2016Sat: 7:30 AM-11:00 AM;Visit

Theatres in New Salem

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Scouts Amphitheatre

Cell Towers in New Salem

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Burden site) 6.6 KM SOUTH SOUTHWESTTOWER130
1.6 KM NORTHEAST OF WINFIELDGTOWER119
315 SOUTH PECAN (78973)MTOWER56
315 SOUTH PECAN (78973)MTOWER56
406 EAST SILKNITTER ROAD (63459)MTOWER53
406 EAST SILKNITTER ROAD (63459)MTOWER53

Bridges in New Salem

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1939352,090G
SlabConcrete continuous19702911,085F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete continuous1970212920G
CulvertConcrete195521920G
SlabConcrete192832840F
CulvertConcrete192848840F
CulvertConcrete192821700F
CulvertConcrete192822700F
CulvertConcrete192825700F
CulvertConcrete194836610F
CulvertConcrete194834610F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1949120525F
SlabConcrete continuous193125495F
CulvertConcrete194964495F
SlabConcrete continuous1956107410G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1956162410F
CulvertConcrete194024350F
CulvertConcrete195524350F
SlabConcrete continuous199918450G
Arch (Deck)Masonry190611550P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19356435F
CulvertConcrete19273225F
SlabConcrete continuous198515720G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19302820F
SlabConcrete continuous199314215G
Tee BeamConcrete19304515F
Arch (Deck)Masonry189012915F
SlabConcrete continuous199910115G
Truss (Thru)Steel192712810F
CulvertSteel20012810G
CulvertConcrete20012110G
CulvertConcrete20012210G

Airports Near New Salem

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
McConnell Air Force BaseIABMedium Airport
Ponca City Regional AirportPNCMedium Airport
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National AirportICTMedium Airport
Alley Field-Small Airport
Augusta Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Bannon Field-Small Airport
Beaumont Hotel Airport-Small Airport
Beech Factory AirportBECSmall Airport
Belle Plaine Farms Airport-Small Airport
Berwick Airport-Small Airport
Blackwell Tonkawa Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Bobbitt Airport-Small Airport
Brady-Pippin Airport-Small Airport
Butler Airpark-Small Airport
Caldwell Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Captain Jack Thomas El Dorado AirportEDKSmall Airport
Cessna Aircraft FieldCEASmall Airport
Cherokee Strip-Small Airport
Colonel James Jabara Airport-Small Airport
Cook Airfield-Small Airport
Coyote Run Airport-Small Airport
Daniel's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Davis Field-Small Airport
Eagle Field-Small Airport
Eagles Landing Ultralight Flightpark-Small Airport
Earl Henry AirportBWLSmall Airport
Eck Field-Small Airport
Elk County Airport-Small Airport
Eureka Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Ferley Private Ultralight Airport-Small Airport
Fiscus Airport-Small Airport
Foster Field-Small Airport
Gators Place Airport-Small Airport
Halstead Airport-Small Airport
Harrison Airport-Small Airport
Heape Field-Small Airport
Hidden Valley Airport-Small Airport
High Point Airport-Small Airport
King Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Lake Waltanna Airport-Small Airport
Leverton Airport-Small Airport
Lil Bird Airport-Small Airport
Lloyd Stearman Field-Small Airport
Lmn 120 Airport-Small Airport
Maize Airport-Small Airport
Mason Airport-Small Airport
McMaster Gliderport-Small Airport
Munson Field-Small Airport
Newton City-County AirportEWKSmall Airport
Olson Aerodrome-Small Airport

Police Stations in New Salem

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Burden Police Department
Cowley County Sheriff's Department
Cowley County Sheriff's Department Jail
Dexter Police Department
Douglass United School District 396 Police Department
Udall Police Department
Winfield Police Department
Winfield Police Department430 East 9th Avenue

Treatment Centers in New Salem

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Preferred Family Healthcare IncSubstance Abuse620-221-6252

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Meteorites
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Meteorites Near New Salem

1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near New Salem.

Name Year Description
Wilmot 1944

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Frequently Asked Questions About New Salem

What is the population of New Salem?

New Salem has a population of 24 residents and is located in Kansas. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The population is 100% female and 0% male.

Is New Salem expensive to live in?

New Salem is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 / below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in New Salem?

New Salem enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow.

How are the schools in New Salem?

Schools in New Salem score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in New Salem hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is New Salem?

The obesity rate in New Salem is 40.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.8% of adults are smokers. 26.1% are physically inactive. 21.8% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 71.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,464.

What are the demographics of New Salem?

The racial and ethnic makeup of New Salem is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 45.8% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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