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Salem, OH

Ohio · Columbiana County

Salem is a small city in Ohio with a population of 11,805. Residents earn $50,250 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,805 Population 1,836/sq mi density
$50,250 Median Income $30,659 per capita
$117,400 Home Value $177,985 Zillow
$771 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
189 Violent Crime/100K 2,929 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$50,250 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,400 home value, $771/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
189 violent crimes/100K (50% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,250
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,400
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 189/100K
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $771
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population11,805
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1,836/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,250
Per Capita$30,659
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$4,813M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,400
Rent$771
Ownership58.4%
Zillow$177,985
Housing Units5,895
Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

F
Violent189/100K
Property2,929/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault146/100K
Burglary301/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking18.4%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,276 ft (389 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute22 min
Broadband87.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Salem a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salem receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Salem has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salem is $50,250, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salem is $117,400, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Salem is below the national average at 189 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,929 per 100,000, 49% above the national average.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Salem experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Salem has a population of 11,805 with a density of 1,836 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 6.8% of the population are veterans. 18.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,805
Total Population
1,836
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Salem vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salem vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salem is $50,250, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,659 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $948, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,244 business establishments, including 179 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Salem vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,250
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,659
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$59,859
Gini Index0.439 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,244
County GDP$4,813M

Business (County)

Restaurants179
Healthcare241
Retail321
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Salem is $117,400, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,985, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $771 (34% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,895 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. The average annual property tax is $3,728. 30.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,400
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,985
Median List Price$239,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$239,900
$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops6.9%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.4%
Owner-Occupied58.4%
Renter-Occupied41.6%
Housing Units5,895
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Salem, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 34.7% have high blood pressure. 18.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.5% report binge drinking. 29.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,377. The dentist ratio is 1:3,723. 76.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,377
Dentists1:3,723
Mental Health1:600
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death10,611/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities241
Salem has a violent crime rate of 189 per 100,000 residents, 50% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 146.0 per 100,000, robbery at 17.2, rape at 25.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,929 per 100,000, 49% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,568, burglary at 301, vehicle theft at 60 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 11 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Salem receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Salem vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent188.9/100K
50% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape25.8/100K
Robbery17.2/100K
Assault146.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,928.6/100K
49% above US avg
Burglary300.6/100K
Theft2,567.9/100K
Vehicle Theft60.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
Traffic Accidents24
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Salem experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1,276 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,276 ft (389 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density1,836/sq mi
Coordinates40.9046°N, 80.8489°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyColumbiana County County
Nearest AirportYoungstown/Warren Regional (YNG)
26 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.17"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.17"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score69.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability55.8 / 100
Community Resilience70.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on May 12, 2025.

Sep 25, 1998 2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania M4.5 76 km
Jun 10, 2019 1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio M4.0 100 km
Jan 26, 2001 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M3.9 115 km
Mar 12, 2007 Ohio M3.7 61 km
Jun 30, 2003 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio M3.6 104 km
Aug 28, 2023 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio M3.6 93 km
Oct 16, 1993 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio M3.6 89 km
Jun 20, 2006 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 109 km
Mar 15, 1992 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 117 km
Jan 26, 1991 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio M3.4 87 km
Jun 3, 2001 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio M3.4 111 km
Jun 3, 2017 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio M3.4 116 km
Jun 30, 2004 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.3 99 km
Jul 1, 2013 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio M3.2 106 km
Apr 22, 2025 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio M3.1 124 km
Jan 9, 2008 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 103 km
Mar 11, 2006 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 107 km
Apr 24, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M3.1 129 km
Mar 30, 2024 2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio M3.0 18 km
Apr 2, 2017 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio M3.0 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

351 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 57 fatalities, 1,032 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 31, 1985 EF5 41 km 18
May 31, 1985 EF4 70 km 16
Jun 3, 1980 EF4 98 km 0
Jul 12, 1992 EF3 59 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF3 60 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF3 33 km 9
May 2, 1983 EF3 82 km 1
Oct 12, 1978 EF3 13 km 0
Jun 3, 1973 EF3 59 km 0
May 2, 1972 EF3 82 km 0
May 8, 1969 EF3 74 km 1
Sep 29, 1966 EF3 84 km 0
Aug 5, 1956 EF3 30 km 2
Mar 1, 1955 EF3 43 km 1
May 11, 2024 EF2 97 km 0
May 7, 2024 EF2 36 km 0
Aug 24, 2023 EF2 68 km 0
Aug 24, 2023 EF2 81 km 0
Oct 21, 2021 EF2 81 km 0
Jul 29, 2021 EF2 81 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 3.1 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in
July 71°F (22°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 3.1 in

Salem has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 26°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.2").

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Salem is located in Columbiana County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 19.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.1% of the vote, a 49-point margin. 87.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 241 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 49 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
Traffic Accidents24
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,836/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi
CountyColumbiana County County

Services

Broadband Access87.7%
Avg Download Speed103.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities241
Restaurants179
Retail Stores321

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%
Average costs for common services in Salem. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit $325 ($186–$510)
Urgent Care Visit $186 ($93–$325)
Emergency Room Visit $2,042 ($742–$4,640)
Dental Cleaning $121 ($70–$186)
Dental Filling $232 ($139–$371)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $557 ($371–$928)
Battery Replacement $186 ($93–$325)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair $371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install $6,496 ($3,712–$11,136)
Roof Repair $928 ($371–$1,856)
Roof Replacement $8,352 ($5,104–$13,920)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,392 ($464–$3,248)
Divorce (Contested) $13,920 ($4,640–$27,840)
DUI Defense $4,640 ($1,856–$9,280)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,392 ($742–$2,784)
Will Preparation $464 ($186–$928)
Trust Preparation $2,320 ($928–$4,640)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full) $139 ($70–$232)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$121)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.25 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread $3.53 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.18 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.10 ($3.71–$6.96)
Rice (per lb) $0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly) $79 ($46–$139)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $186 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,856 ($1,114–$3,248)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,114 ($557–$2,320)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $928 ($464–$1,856)
After-School Care (Monthly) $371 ($186–$650)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $928 ($371–$2,320)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,600 ($4,640–$27,840)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $93 ($46–$186)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter $186 ($93–$371)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$751
Toddler$693
Preschool$615
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$671
Toddler$660
Preschool$610
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Columbiana County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 6,102 177 $56,792 2.61
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,555 230 $47,753 1.12
Retail Trade 2,974 298 $32,176 1.05
Accommodation & Food Services 2,402 164 $18,747 0.93
Construction 1,175 202 $64,194 0.79
Transportation & Warehousing 1,171 86 $66,405 0.97
Administrative & Waste Services 1,118 139 $60,891 0.67
Other Services 997 180 $44,851 1.16
Professional & Technical Services 486 169 $57,967 0.25
Finance & Insurance 484 114 $64,377 0.42
Arts & Entertainment 315 26 $15,277 0.66
Agriculture & Forestry 231 31 $31,817 1.00
Real Estate 207 51 $46,451 0.47
Educational Services 173 14 $30,970 0.29
Management of Companies 163 10 $86,991 0.34
Information & Technology 100 23 $93,439 0.19
Mining & Oil/Gas 98 21 $59,936 0.91
Unclassified 2 2 $22,593 0.05

Colleges & Universities in Salem

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Kent State University at Salem Public · Bachelor's 2,214 $7,428 $16,541
Allegheny Wesleyan College Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's 92 $6,800 $6,800
Hannah E Mullins School of Practical Nursing Public · Certificate 47 50.0%

Hospitals in Salem

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
SALEM REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Acute Care Hospitals 2/5 Yes (330) 332-7214

Schools in Salem

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Salem High School High 638 35 18.2:1
Buckeye Elementary School Elementary 431 19 22.7:1
West Branch Early Learning Center Elementary 386 21 18.4:1
Salem Junior High School Middle 310 15 20.7:1
Southeast Elementary School Middle 294 14 21.0:1
Reilly Elementary School Elementary 261 10 26.1:1
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Radio Stations near Salem

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Jazz FM jazz AAC 131 kbps
1390 WNIO sports AAC

Campgrounds Near Salem

9 campgrounds found near Salem.

National Parks Near Salem

38 national parks and monuments found near Salem.

ParkTypeFee
55Th Street Park State Park Free
Barkcamp State Park State Park Free
Beaver Creek State Park State Park Free
Cleveland Lakefront State Park - Gordon Park State Park Free
Cuyahoga Valley National Park National Park Free
East Reservoir State Park State Park Free
First Ladies National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Fort Laurens State Park State Park Free
Geneva State Park State Park Free
Grave Creek Mound State Park State Park Free
Guilford Lake State Park State Park Free
Harriman State Park State Park Free
Headlands Beach State Park State Park Free
Hillman State Park State Park Free
Hower Lake State Park State Park Free
James A Garfield National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Jefferson Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Milton State Park State Park Free
Long Lake State Park State Park Free
Maurice K. Goddard State Park State Park Free
McConnells Mill State Park State Park Free
Moraine State Park State Park Free
Mosquito Creek State Park State Park Free
Mud Lake State Park State Park Free
Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park State Park Free
North Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Point State Park State Park Free
Portage Lakes State Park State Park Free
Punderson State Park State Park Free
Pymatuning State Park State Park Free
Raccoon Creek State Park State Park Free
Rex Lake State Park State Park Free
Salt Fork State Park State Park Free
State Street Park State Park Free
Tomlinson Run State Park State Park Free
Turkeyfoot Lake State Park State Park Free
West Branch State Park State Park Free
West Reservoir State Park State Park Free

Museums in Salem

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BUTLER INSTITUTE OF ARTART MUSEUM524 WICK AVE3307431107$5,721,518
MAHONING VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3307432589$1,444,211
ROGER & GLORIA JONES CHILDREN'S CENTER FOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGYCHILDREN'S MUSEUM3307445914$602,000
CANFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION44 WEST MAIN STREET3305333458$25,695
ELLSWORTH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3305339124$2,609
BOARDMAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7366 HITCHCOCK ROAD3307584702$2,583
ART YOUNGSTOWNGENERAL MUSEUM3307885678
AUSTINTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3797 S RACCOON RD3307998051
BEAVER CREEK STATE PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION12013 ECHO DELL RD3303829227
BUTLER INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN ARTART MUSEUM3303328213
COLUMBIANA COUNTY ARCHIVES AND RESEARCH CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAMASCUS AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OHIOHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FELLOWS RIVERSIDE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER123 MCKINLEY AVE
FLORIDA MOTORCYCLIST MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HANOVER TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION11036 CANAL ST
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF COLUMBIANA AND FAIRFIELD TOWNSHIPHISTORIC PRESERVATION3304820946
JOHN J. MCDONOUGH MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM3309411400
JUDGE WILLIAM SHAW ANDERSON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE MILTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3305383254
LISBON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION119 E WASHINGTON ST2073538510
LOGHURST WESTERN RESERVEGENERAL MUSEUM3305334330
MCDONOUGH MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM8064878204
NORTH JACKSON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OH WOW! THE ROGER & GLORIA JONES CHILDREN'S CENTER FOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM11 WEST FEDERAL STREET
OHIO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3309411314
P ROSS BERRY GEO W WILLIAMS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION247 UPLAND AVE
PANHANDLE PUMPERS SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUM
POLAND TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4515 CENTER RD (RT 224) AT THE STRUTHERS RD INTERSECTION
SALEM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3303378514
SALEM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2163322153
SEBRING OHIO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION126 N 15TH ST3309386920
STROCK STONE HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3307921129
WAR VET MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM23 EAST MAIN ST3305336311
WARD BEECHER PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3309413616
WILLIAMSPORT CHAPELHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WINONA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
YOUNGSTOWN HISTORICAL CENTER OF INDUSTRY AND LABORHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Salem

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY, PL OF305 WICK AVE.0.0945,984
GARY PUBLIC LIBRARY1835 BROADWAY0.0269,299
SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY821 E. STATE ST.0.0202,644
LEETONIA COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY181 WALNUT STREET0.0150,176
COLUMBIANA PUBLIC LIBRARY332 N. MIDDLE ST.0.0131,040
MINERVA PUBLIC LIBRARY677 LYNWOOD DR.0.0105,716
LEPPER LIBRARY303 E. LINCOLN WAY0.025,245

Farmers Markets in Salem

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Austintown Farmers Market6000 Kirk Road (Austintown Township Park)06/08/2015 to 08/29/2016Mon: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;Visit
Idora Neighborhood Farmer's Market2600 Glenwood Ave06/07/2016 to 10/04/2016Tue: 4:30 PM-7:00 PM;
Lake Milton Farmers Market Lake Milton Waterfront on the Amphitheater LawnVisit
Market Day RCAC13794 Woodworth Rd
Northside Farmers' Market year round901 Elm Street02/05/2016 to 12/24/2016Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes

Breweries in Salem

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
B Bg'sBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, recreation, food and drink40 S Meridian Rd3307922235
Lil Paws WineryBrewers, Wineries17574 Mahoning Ave3309709463Visit
Paladin BrewingBreweries6520 Mahoning Ave
PumphouseYoungstown, OH, Machinery & Equipment, Industrial Machinery and Equipment, Youngstown Brewery Produc336 Elm St3307553642
Rust Belt TaphousePub and Brewery Downtown Youngstown112 Commerce Ave
Susie's Double D'sHot Dog Joint, Hot Dog Joint, Brewery, and Bar, Brewery, Bar, Hot Dog Joint, Brewery, and Bar Downto32 N Phelps St2342289158Visit
The Tower House CafeCoffee Shops, Cocktail Lounges, food and drink, Restaurants, drinking, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Beer T530 S Broadway Ave3303324111, 3303323338Visit

Nursing Homes in Salem

7 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
BLOSSOM NURSING AND REHAB CENTER
109 BLOSSOM LANE
For profit - Corporation 100 88 4/5 3/5 3/5 3303373033
ESSEX OF SALEM II
250 CONTINENTAL DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 86 72 4/5 2/5 5/5 3303379503
SALEM REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER-SNF
1995 EAST STATE STREET
Non profit - Corporation 15 6 4/5 4/5 3303327434
AUBURN SKILLED NURSING AND REHAB
451 VALLEY ROAD
For profit - Corporation 44 40 3/5 1/5 4/5 3305374621
ESSEX OF SALEM III
230 CONTINENTAL DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 50 43 3/5 1/5 3/5 3303379503
ESSEX OF SALEM I
2511 BENTLEY DRIVE
For profit - Individual 90 77 2/5 4/5 2/5 3303379503
CIRCLE OF CARE
1985 EAST PERSHING STREET
For profit - Partnership 62 35 1/5 3/5 2/5 3303321588

Pharmacies in Salem

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FRED'S FAMILY PHARMACY 1136 EAST STATE STREET 330-332-9919
GIANT EAGLE 2401 EAST STATE STREET 330-332-0141
JH LEASE DRUG COMPANY 229 NORTH ELLSWORTH AVENUE 330-337-8727
MARC'S 2487 EAST STATE STREET 330-337-7358
RITE AID - 2357 2229 EAST STATE STREET 330-337-3494
SALEM DRUG HEALTH MART PHARMACY 409 EAST 2ND STREET 330-332-5200
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2910 2875 EAST STATE STREET 330-337-8986
WALGREENS - 9377 2124 EAST STATE STREET 330-337-8001

EV Charging Stations in Salem

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Donnell Ford Lincoln of Salem152 Continental DrNon-Networked1J1772public

Cell Towers in Salem

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Gromley Site 35115 GROMLEY RD (Gromley, OH - 100022397)TOWER128
Lisbon Cell Site - Northeast corner of Steubenville-Pike Road and Mattix RoadTOWER96
30546 Speidel Rd. (95639)GTOWER93
(Augusta site) 8307 Kensington Road NETOWER91
16474 PALMYRA ROAD (63163)LTOWER88
Lake Milton Cell Site - 323 GRANDVIEW BLVDTOWER83
Maple Ridge Cell Site - 21936 HARRISBURG WESTERVILLE RDTOWER81
46401 Crestview Road (97866)LTOWER78
14728 Summitville Road (95649)LTOWER76
12803 Columbiana-canfield Rd. (17109)MTOWER63
12649 Seacrist Road (17127)MTOWER61
1085 1/2 S. Johnson Rd. (63194)MTOWER60
(Toots Corner site) 9533 KNAUF RDLTOWER60
15571 BERLIN STATION ROAD (63208)MTOWER60
1113 McCloskey Road (95646)MTOWER59
1500 MAHONING AVENUETOWER59
1500 MAHONING AVENUETOWER59
690 Valley Road (95635)GTOWER51

Fire Stations in Salem

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Green Township Volunteer Fire Department12184 Lisbon RDVolunteer330-533-4841
Perry Township Volunteer Fire Department2198 N Ellsworth AVEVolunteer330-332-4676
Salem Fire Department260 S Ellsworth AVECareer330-337-3053

Bridges in Salem

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196484412,000G
SlabConcrete continuous2008916,454G
SlabConcrete continuous1955864,791G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20071101,763G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2005411,763G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19742361,751F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel190024653F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete198077171P

Amtrak Stations in Salem

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Alliance, OH820 East Main StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Salem

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pittsburgh International AirportPITLarge Airport
Akron Canton Regional AirportCAKMedium Airport
Akron Fulton International AirportAKCMedium Airport
Beaver County AirportBFPMedium Airport
Cuyahoga County AirportCGFMedium Airport
Wheeling Ohio County AirportHLGMedium Airport
Youngstown Warren Regional AirportYNGMedium Airport
Aero Flight Center AirportSmall Airport
Allen AirportSmall Airport
Alliance AirportSmall Airport
Barnes Farmland AirportSmall Airport
Bartsch AirportSmall Airport
Beach City AirportSmall Airport
Bieber FieldSmall Airport
Big Bend AirportSmall Airport
Black Rock AirportSmall Airport
Braceville AirportSmall Airport
Bristol AirstripSmall Airport
Brocker FieldSmall Airport
Bucks AirportSmall Airport
Bulick FieldSmall Airport
Canal Fulton AirportSmall Airport
Carcioppolo FieldSmall Airport
Carroll County-Tolson AirportSmall Airport
Cataney AirportSmall Airport
Circle C AirportSmall Airport
Clover Fields AirportSmall Airport
Columbiana County AirportSmall Airport
Crosswind Meadows AirportSmall Airport
Curtis AirportSmall Airport
Dunn FieldSmall Airport
Eddie Dew Memorial AirparkSmall Airport
Far View AirportSmall Airport
Ferrell FieldSmall Airport
Fino AirportSmall Airport
Flemming FieldSmall Airport
Fletcher AirportSmall Airport
Fox AirportSmall Airport
Frame FieldSmall Airport
Furey AirportSmall Airport
Gates AirportSmall Airport
Geauga County AirportSmall Airport
Gnadenhutten AirportSmall Airport
Gray AirportSmall Airport
Greenville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Gregg AirportSmall Airport
Griffin-Sloas AirportSmall Airport
Grove City AirportSmall Airport
Hal Joy AirfieldSmall Airport
Hammond AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Salem

18 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Austintown Township Police Department92 Ohltown Road
Beaver Township Police Department
Beaver Township Police Department
Boardman Police Department8299 Market Street
Canfield Police Department104 Lisbon Street
Craig Beach Police Department
Mahoning County Sheriff Canfield Post 1
Mahoning County Sheriff Ellsworth Post 2
Mahoning County Sheriff Ellsworth Post 2
Mill Creek Park Police Department
Ohio State Highway Patrol Canfield Post
State Highway Patrol StationState Route 45
State Highway Patrol StationState Route 45
Youngstown Police Department
Youngstown Police Department
Youngstown Police Department116 West Boardman Street
Youngstown Police Department Community Police Unit1639 Mahoning Avenue
YSU Police

Grocery Stores in Salem

21 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ALDI 75078 75078Supermarket2495 E State St
Barnett's MarketConvenience Store827 N Ellsworth Ave
Circle K 4705231Convenience Store780 W State St
Circle K 4705234Convenience Store1827 S Lincoln Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 19403Other1297 E Pidgeon Rd
Dollar General 21790Other151 Legacy Lane
DOLLAR GENERAL 7041Other2350 E State St
Dollar Tree 2539Other2586 E State St
Giant Eagle Salem 1664Super Store2401 E State St
Kendrick Croner Carry Out 1Convenience Store981 N Ellsworth Ave
MAPCO 992Convenience Store2762 E State St
MARC'S 48Supermarket2487 E STATE ST
Mi Bandera Guatemala 1Grocery Store200 E 2nd St
Murphy USA 6946Convenience Store2869 E State St
S And D Foor OutletGrocery Store2350 E State St
Smith Oil Company Inc. 109Convenience Store968 E State St
Speedway 9401Convenience Store175 W State St
Suburban Mart NOConvenience Store1125 E State St
Super Usa Food StoreConvenience Store1680 S Lincoln Ave
WALGREENS 9377Other2124 E State St
Walmart 2910Super Store2875 E State St

Post Offices in Salem

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Salem Post Office

Treatment Centers in Salem

17 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alta Camp ChallengeMental Health330-793-2487
Alta Care GroupBoth330-793-2487
Alta Care Group Inc - Campus of CareBoth330-793-2487
Columbiana County MH CenterBoth330-332-1514
Columbiana County MH CenterBoth330-424-9573
COMPASS Family and Community Services - Horizon HouseBoth330-758-0889
COMPASS Family and Community Services - Mahoning OutpatientBoth330-782-5664
Comprehensive Behav Hlth Assoc IncMental Health330-797-4050
Family Recovery Center - Fleming HouseSubstance Abuse330-420-3760
Family Recovery Center - Outpatient ProgramSubstance Abuse330-424-1468 x113
Meridian HealthcareSubstance Abuse330-797-0070
Meridian Healthcare - South CampusSubstance Abuse330-797-0070
Northeast Ohio VA Healthcare System - Youngstown CBOCBoth330-740-9200 x1502
PsyCare - Struthers ClinicBoth330-318-3078
Serenity Center of Youngstown - North Lima LocationSubstance Abuse330-965-9999
TASC A Div of Meridian HealthcareSubstance Abuse330-797-0070
Valley Counseling Services - Southeastern OfficeBoth330-759-8237

Churches & Religious Organizations in Salem

26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALLEGHENY WESLEYAN METHODIST CONNECTIONPO BOX 357
ALLEGHENY WESLEYAN METHODIST STEWARDSHIP FOUNDATION INCPO BOX 357
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS4024 WOODSDALE RD
CHRISTS CHURCH OF THE MAHONING VALLEY11407 W SOUTH RANGE RD
CHURCH AT THE CENTER1785 S LINCOLN AVE
DAMASCUS METHODIST CHURCH300 VALLEY RD
DAYSTAR MENNONITE CONFERENCE13650 GREEN BEAVER RD
EVANGELICAL FRIENDS CHURCH EASTERN REGION1028 JENNINGS AVE
EVANGELICAL FRIENDS CHURCH EASTERN REGION4687 WHINNERY RD
FAITH CHAPEL FELLOWSHIP1814 E 3RD ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH1290 E STATE ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH1151 E 6TH ST
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCHPO BOX 463
GRACE CHURCH OF SALEM1160 HAMPTON PL
HOLY TRINITY ENGLISH LUTHERAN CHURCH1089 E STATE ST
LIVING FAITH CHURCH INC2376 LEXINGTON AVE
LOCUST GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH12015 WASHINGTONVILLE RD
MARANATHA COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH1812 MAPLE ST
PHILLIPS CHRISTIAN CHURCH35459 SALEM GRANGE RD
PRAYER MATTERSPO BOX 816
REAL LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD12824 SALEM WARREN RD
SALEM BIBLE CHURCHPO BOX 670
SALEM WESLEYAN METHODIST CHURCH1095 NEWGARDEN AVE
SOLID ROCK COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 911
SOUTHEAST FRIENDS CHURCH1300 FRANKLIN AVE
VICTORY LIFE CHURCH INCPO BOX 714

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Frequently Asked Questions About Salem

What is the population of Salem?

Salem has a population of 11,805 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 1,836 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Salem expensive to live in?

Salem is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $50,250, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $117,400 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Salem safe?

Salem is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 189 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,929 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Salem receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Salem?

Salem has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Salem?

Salem has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $948. There are 2,244 business establishments in the area, including 179 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 4.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Salem?

The median home value in Salem is $117,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,985. For renters, the median monthly rent is $771. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.4%. The average annual property tax is $3,728.

How are the schools in Salem?

Schools in Salem score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.8% of adults in Salem hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Salem?

The obesity rate in Salem is 40.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.4% of adults are smokers. 29.4% are physically inactive. 26.8% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance. 76.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,377.

What is transportation like in Salem?

The average commute in Salem is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Salem?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Salem is 96.2% White, 2% Hispanic or Latino. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 18.7% of residents have a disability. 91.6% have health insurance coverage.

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