Median Income
$63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$154,800
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.6%
71% lower than US avg
How Salem Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population208
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density226/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$27,744
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$6,019M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$154,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$527,240
Health
Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation1,080 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+81.2%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Broadband53.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4
Is Salem a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Salem receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Salem offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Salem is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Salem is $154,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Salem enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Salem has a population of 208 with a density of 226 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.9% Hispanic.
Population
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
The median household income in Salem is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,750 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,744 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,035 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,256 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,956 |
| County GDP | $6,019M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 263 |
| Healthcare | 211 |
| Retail | 364 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,968 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.56% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
The median home value in Salem is $154,800, 45% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $527,240.
Home Values
| Census Median | $154,800 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $527,240 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,968 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.56% |
In Salem, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Salem vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 29.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,324/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 211 |
Crime Rates: Salem vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
Safety Score
Salem has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.7 inches |
| 49% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,080 ft (329 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 226/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8879°N, 82.9752°W |
| County FIPS | 45077 |