Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County), OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) is a small town in Ohio with a population of 3,640. Residents earn $92,478 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,640 Population 2,233/sq mi density
$92,478 Median Income $45,410 per capita
$226,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$92,478 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$226,700 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,478
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $226,700
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.5%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

How Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,640
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density2,233/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,478
Per Capita$45,410
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$107,275M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$226,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.5%
High School+99.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute22 min
Libraries41

Is Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) is $92,478, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) is $226,700, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) has a population of 3,640 with a density of 2,233 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

3,640
Total Population
2,233
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) is $92,478, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,478
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,410
Avg Weekly Wage$1,479
IRS Avg AGI$97,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,215
County GDP$107,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,075
Healthcare2,590
Retail2,526
Manufacturing920

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) is $226,700, 20% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,700
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Rate4.01%

Health Metrics: Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Premature Death9,669/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,590

Crime Rates: Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Safety Score

Salem Heights CDP (Hamilton County) has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density2,233/sq mi
Coordinates39.0658°N, 84.3840°W
County FIPS39061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.1%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.5%
44% above US avg
High School+99.5%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,233/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Restaurants2,075
Retail Stores2,526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home16.7%

Nearby Cities

Fruit Hill, OH 4,094 pop · 1.0 mi Silver Grove, KY 1,104 pop · 2.0 mi Forestville, OH 11,213 pop · 2.4 mi Coldstream, OH 1,483 pop · 2.7 mi Turpin Hills, OH 5,315 pop · 2.9 mi Cherry Grove, OH 3,940 pop · 3.5 mi Dry Run, OH 7,765 pop · 3.9 mi Fort Thomas, KY 17,242 pop · 4.1 mi Newtown, OH 2,677 pop · 4.4 mi Cold Spring, KY 6,298 pop · 4.4 mi
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