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Salem, NM
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Salem, NM
At a Glance
How Salem Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Salem's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Salem a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Salem residents earn a median household income of $56,103 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,012. The unemployment rate stands at 10.3% (186% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 43.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 561 business establishments, including 62 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Salem is $55,300 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $174,124. The cost of living index is 92.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
Salem reports 63 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,445/100K.
Education
0.0% of adults in Salem hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below the national average). 44.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Salem has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.