Salem, VA

Virginia · Salem city · Roanoke Metro

Salem is a small city in Virginia with a population of 25,477. Residents earn $66,716 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

25,477 Population 1,755/sq mi density

$66,716 Median Income $38,127 per capita

$244,800 Home Value $300,477 Zillow

$1,046 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent

51°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr

90 Violent Crime/100K 2,184 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$66,716 median income, 2.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$244,800 home value, $1,046/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

90 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)

Education

3.5 / 5.0

31.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $66,716

11% lower than US avg

Home Value $244,800

13% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 90/100K

76% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 31.1%

8% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,046

10% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.1%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.1%

42% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.3%

41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population25,477

Median Age40.3 yrs

Density1,755/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 84%

Veterans7.2%

Economy

Median Income$66,716

Per Capita$38,127

Unemployment2.1%

Poverty7.3%

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$244,800

Rent$1,046

Ownership63.5%

Zillow$300,477

Housing Units11,096

Rent Burden29.6%

Crime

Violent90/100K

Property2,184/100K

Murder3.9/100K

Assault55/100K

Burglary180/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%

Uninsured8.1%

Smoking14.1%

Depression25.9%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain49.9 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)

Education

Bachelor's+31.1%

High School+94.2%

Graduate+13.3%

School Score6.37

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%

Commute19 min

Broadband89.6%

EV Stations9

Libraries1

Is Salem a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salem receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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 $66,716, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salem is $244,800, 13% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,046 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Salem is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 90 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,184 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Salem experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Salem has a population of 25,477 with a density of 1,755 people per square mile, spread across 14.5 square miles. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 7.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.1% of residents. 7.2% of the population are veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 93.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

25,477

Total Population

1,755

People / sq mi

40.3yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

14.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%

Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Salem vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.1%

21% above US avg

Spanish 4.9%

63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salem vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salem is $66,716, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,127. The average weekly wage is $1,219, 15% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,123 business establishments, including 91 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Salem vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$66,716
	11% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,127
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,219
IRS Avg AGI	$75,299
Gini Index	0.458 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.1%
	42% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.3%
	41% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,123

Business (County)

Restaurants	91
Healthcare	145
Retail	140
Manufacturing	50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,264
	22% above US avg
Cost of Living	101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.7 min
Drive Alone	76.8%
Public Transit	0.4%
Work from Home	9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Salem is $244,800, 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,477, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,046 (10% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,053 for a one-bedroom to $1,254 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 11,096 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $4,264 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$244,800
	13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$300,477
Median List Price	$279,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$279,950
$/Sq Ft	$136
Homes Sold	21
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.4%
Price Drops	25.5%
Inventory	47

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,046
	10% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,435
Rent Burden	29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,004
1 Bedroom	$1,053
2 Bedrooms	$1,254
3 Bedrooms	$1,743
4 Bedrooms	$2,104

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	63.5%
Owner-Occupied	63.5%
Renter-Occupied	36.5%
Housing Units	11,096
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,264
	22% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.74%

In Salem, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 16.9% report binge drinking. 23.2% are physically inactive. 25.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:725. The dentist ratio is 1:709. 90.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.1%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	10.3%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.1%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	23.2%
Depression	25.9%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	13.0%
Short Sleep	38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.9%
Uninsured	8.1%
	6% below US avg
Primary Care	1:725
Dentists	1:709
Mental Health	1:114
Checkup Rate	76.8%
Dental Visits	67.4%
Premature Death	10,541/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	90.3%
Healthcare Facilities	145

Salem has a violent crime rate of 90 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 54.7 per 100,000, robbery at 19.5, rape at 11.7. The murder rate is 3.9 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,184 per 100,000, 11% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,848, burglary at 180, vehicle theft at 156 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Salem receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	89.9/100K
	76% below US avg
Murder	3.9/100K
	38% below US avg
Rape	11.7/100K
Robbery	19.5/100K
Assault	54.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,184.5/100K
	11% above US avg
Burglary	179.8/100K
Theft	1,848.4/100K
Vehicle Theft	156.3/100K
Arson	3.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents	1,652
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Salem experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 1,024 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	51.2°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-0°C)
July Average	71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,024 ft (312 m)
Area	14.5 sq mi (37.7 km²)
Population Density	1,755/sq mi
Coordinates	37.2853°N, 80.0552°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Salem city County
Nearest Airport	Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) (ROA) 5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.9"

31% above US avg

Snowfall 18.4"

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.06"

Driest Month (Jan) 2.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	18.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	12.8 / 100
Community Resilience	78.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 6, 2025.

Oct 21, 1998	13 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia	M3.8	144 km
Apr 22, 1991	14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia	M3.5	74 km
Jun 26, 1995	6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia	M3.4	140 km
Sep 13, 2017	11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia	M3.2	61 km
Dec 4, 2001	9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia	M3.1	79 km
May 16, 2009	2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia	M3.0	6 km
May 6, 2025	8 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia	M3.0	142 km
Jan 22, 1995	0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia	M2.9	70 km
Jul 4, 2009	3 km E of Narrows, Virginia	M2.8	64 km
Jul 15, 2021	10 km S of Narrows, Virginia	M2.8	68 km
May 12, 2017	6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia	M2.8	70 km
Jul 6, 2023	5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia	M2.7	87 km
Aug 18, 2000	2 km SSE of Narrows, Virginia	M2.7	15 km
Nov 25, 2009	14 km S of Arrington, Virginia	M2.7	109 km
Aug 25, 2011	14 km SE of Falling Spring, West Virginia	M2.7	72 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	141 km
Jun 10, 2018	2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina	M2.7	147 km
Mar 4, 2019	13 km E of Meadow Bridge, West Virginia	M2.6	84 km
Mar 28, 2001	2 km S of Narrows, Virginia	M2.6	67 km
Nov 15, 1995	5 km ENE of Shady Spring, West Virginia	M2.6	100 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Isabel (2003, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2003	Isabel	Category 1	219 km
1996	Fran	Category 2	262 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

104 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 93 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 19, 2019	EF3	50 km	0
Apr 15, 2018	EF3	72 km	0
Mar 20, 1998	EF3	99 km	2
Sep 27, 2024	EF2	81 km	0
May 27, 2022	EF2	62 km	0
Mar 23, 2022	EF2	81 km	0
Apr 8, 2011	EF2	71 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	25 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	64 km	0
Apr 28, 2002	EF2	58 km	0
Jul 15, 1996	EF2	44 km	0
Jun 9, 1996	EF2	30 km	0
Aug 17, 1994	EF2	69 km	0
Jun 22, 1990	EF2	53 km	0
Aug 21, 1977	EF2	75 km	0
Jun 25, 1977	EF2	67 km	0
Jul 11, 1976	EF2	57 km	0
Apr 24, 1975	EF2	66 km	0
Apr 4, 1974	EF2	3 km	0
Apr 12, 1965	EF2	93 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RICH HOLE (15,923 ac, 2012).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2012	RICH HOLE	15,923	75 km
2012	ALLEGHANY TUNNELS FIRES	11,055	56 km
2023	MATTS CREEK	11,028	64 km
2016	MOUNT PLEASANT	11,001	92 km
2022	UNNAMED	7,791	77 km
2012	BARBOURS CREEK.	7,244	37 km
2012	UNNAMED	4,219	78 km
2008	ANGEL	4,129	11 km
2019	UNNAMED	3,569	96 km
2021	UNNAMED	3,518	35 km
2006	BULL MOUNTAIN	3,300	66 km
2002	MARBLEYARD	3,123	62 km
2008	LITTLE CUBA	3,017	21 km
2006	PEAVINE COMPLEX	2,950	73 km
2018	LOCKRIDGE RX	2,473	97 km
2010	PATTERSON MTN	2,443	37 km
2017	GOSHEN PASS	2,309	88 km
2010	NORTH SHORT MTN	2,304	81 km
2015	UNNAMED	2,114	97 km
2018	UNNAMED	2,048	81 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	31°F (-0°C)	2.8 in	Coldest, Driest
February	37°F (3°C)	3.0 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.6 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.5 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.0 in
June	70°F (21°C)	3.4 in
July	71°F (21°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
August	72°F (22°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
September	66°F (19°C)	3.6 in
October	55°F (13°C)	3.8 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.2 in
December	38°F (3°C)	2.9 in

Salem has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 31°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.8").

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Salem is located in Salem city County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 31.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 8% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.1% of the vote, a 19.3-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 145 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%

D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents	1,652
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	31.1%
	8% below US avg
High School+	94.2%
Graduate Degree+	13.3%
School Test Score	6.37

B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,755/sq mi
Total Area	14.5 sq mi
County	Salem city County

Services

Broadband Access	89.6%
Avg Download Speed	114.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	9
Alt Fuel Stations	10
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	145
Restaurants	91
Retail Stores	140

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.7 min
Drive Alone	76.8%
Public Transit	0.4%
Work from Home	9.5%

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)	$253 ($152–$404)
Specialist Visit	$354 ($202–$556)
Urgent Care Visit	$202 ($101–$354)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,224 ($809–$5,055)
Dental Cleaning	$131 ($76–$202)
Dental Filling	$253 ($152–$404)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$46 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$76 ($51–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement	$303 ($152–$506)
Tire Rotation	$40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$607 ($404–$1,011)
Battery Replacement	$202 ($101–$354)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$101 ($61–$152)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$91 ($51–$142)
HVAC Repair	$404 ($152–$809)
HVAC System Install	$7,077 ($4,044–$12,132)
Roof Repair	$1,011 ($404–$2,022)
Roof Replacement	$9,099 ($5,561–$15,165)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,517 ($506–$3,539)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,165 ($5,055–$30,330)
DUI Defense	$5,055 ($2,022–$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,517 ($809–$3,033)
Will Preparation	$506 ($202–$1,011)
Trust Preparation	$2,528 ($1,011–$5,055)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut	$56 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$152 ($76–$253)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$46)
Pedicure	$40 ($25–$66)
Massage (1 Hour)	$81 ($51–$131)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.15 ($3.03–$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.54 ($2.53–$5.06)
Loaf of Bread	$3.84 ($2.53–$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.55 ($3.03–$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.56 ($4.04–$7.58)
Rice (per lb)	$1.01 ($0.61–$1.82)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$142 ($81–$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$71 ($30–$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$71 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly)	$71 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$66 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$86 ($51–$152)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$202 ($76–$506)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,022 ($1,213–$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$71 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.09–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$101 ($30–$253)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$76)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,213 ($607–$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,011 ($506–$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$404 ($202–$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$51 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,011 ($404–$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,638 ($5,055–$30,330)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$61 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$101 ($51–$202)
Dog Grooming	$61 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$303 ($152–$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$202 ($101–$404)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,010
Toddler	$735
Preschool	$675
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$707
Toddler	$662
Preschool	$644

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Salem city

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	3,470	192	$63,836	1.18
Manufacturing	2,708	60	$76,183	1.61
Wholesale Trade	1,992	61	$85,085	2.47
Accommodation & Food Services	1,586	96	$24,137	0.85
Retail Trade	1,546	108	$33,652	0.76
Administrative & Waste Services	838	60	$44,880	0.70
Educational Services	643	12	$49,335	1.52
Professional & Technical Services	612	90	$81,030	0.43
Other Services	586	113	$40,062	0.95
Finance & Insurance	440	65	$80,667	0.53
Arts & Entertainment	255	18	$34,348	0.74
Management of Companies	253	6	$70,678	0.73
Real Estate	190	53	$47,152	0.60
Information & Technology	113	8	$46,143	0.29
Unclassified	34	17	$116,834	1.19

Colleges & Universities in Salem

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Roanoke College	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	1,874	80.1%	$36,774	$36,774
American National University	Private For-Profit · Bachelor's	1,350	—	$10,735	$10,735

Hospitals in Salem

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
SALEM VA MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care - Veterans Administration	5/5	Yes	(540) 982-2463
LEWISGALE MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(540) 776-4100

Schools in Salem

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
SALEM HIGH	High	1,227	101	12.1:1
ANDREW LEWIS MIDDLE	Middle	895	62	14.4:1
GLENVAR HIGH	High	627	45	13.9:1
G.W. Carver Elementary	Elementary	432	32	13.5:1
GLENVAR MIDDLE	Middle	430	34	12.6:1
East Salem Elementary	Elementary	409	30	13.6:1
West Salem Elementary	Elementary	399	27	14.8:1
South Salem Elementary	Elementary	388	30	12.9:1
Glenvar Elementary	Elementary	347	25	13.9:1
Fort Lewis Elementary	Elementary	257	17	15.1:1
Mason's Cove Elementary	Elementary	213	19	11.2:1

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Radio Stations near Salem

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WRCW Crime Story	crime, old time radio	MP3 128 kbps
WRCW RADIO - HOME OF GUNSMOKE	crime, old time radio	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Salem

12 campgrounds found near Salem.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
CALDWELL FIELDS GROUP CAMPGROUND	5.0/5	2	$35
GOOSE POINT	4.6/5	62	$26–$68
HORSESHOE POINT	4.6/5	49	$26–$34
Rocky Knob Campground	4.5/5	106	$30–$45
BOLEY FIELD GROUP CAMPGROUND	4.4/5	1	$35
CRAIG CREEK RECREATION AREA	4.4/5	1	$35
Rock Castle Gorge Backcountry Camping	4.3/5	8	$15
SALTHOUSE BRANCH	4.3/5	89	$26–$52
PEAKS OF OTTER CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	141	$30
STEEL BRIDGE CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	3	Free
Fenwick Mines Pavilion	—	1	$25
North Creek	—	1	$15–$30

National Parks Near Salem

25 national parks and monuments found near Salem.

Park	Type	Fee
Babcock State Park	State Park	Free
Beartown State Park	State Park	Free
Bluestone Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Bluestone National Scenic River	National Scenic River	Free
Bluestone State Park	State Park	Free
Booker T Washington National Monument	National Monument	Free
Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Claytor Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Douthat State Park	State Park	Free
Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Fairy Stone State Park	State Park	Free
Gauley River National Recreation Area	National Recreation Area	Free
Hanging Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Mayo River State Park	State Park	Free
Mayo River State Park	State Park	Free
Moncove Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve	National Park & Preserve	Free
New River Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Pilot Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Pipestem Resort State Park	State Park	Free
Shot Tower Historic State Park	State Park	Free
Smith Mountain Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Stone Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Watoga State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Salem

198+ trails found near Salem.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	19.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	18.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	14.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	12.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	11.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	9.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOOP HOLE	8.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH MOUNTAIN	7.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
POVERTY CREEK	7.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	7.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SEVENMILE	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
VIRGINIA'S WALK	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
POND FLAT	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PATTERSON MOUNTAIN	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTTS ARM	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ANTHONY KNOB	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FERRIER	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SPROUTS RUN	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LAUREL BRANCH	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LEES CREEK HORSE	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	2.6	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BUCHANAN	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LICK BRANCH	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
JERRYS RUN	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILSON MOUNTAIN	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LIPES BRANCH	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH MOUNTAIN	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CAWTABA VALLEY	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CRAIG CREEK	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SARTAIN	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GROUSE	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTTS MOUNTAIN	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHILDREN'S FOREST	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHITETAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SULPHUR RIDGE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SULPHUR RIDGE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLACKS GAP	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COVE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ELMORE	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MORNING KNOB	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DRAGON'S TOOTH	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE COVE MOUNTAIN	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SPEC MINES	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SARTAIN	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HORSE NETTLE	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HAMMOND HOLLOW	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEER	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
IRON ORE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CHILDREN'S FOREST LONG LOOP	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
IRON ORE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JACOBS LADDER	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JOE PYE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SNAKE ROOT	1.2	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROARING RUN LOOP	1.2	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BALD MOUNTAIN	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WAR BRANCH	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SNAKE ROOT	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SARVER	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOOP	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HORSE NETTLE	1.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
PATTERSON MOUNTAIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE COVE MOUNTAIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COVE MOUNTAIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HELMS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
POWERLINE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLUE SUCK RUN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TURKEY	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SKULLCAP	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SARTAIN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTTS MOUNTAIN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PRICKLY PEAR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
FERRIER	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
FENWICK NATURE WALK	0.8	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TURKEY	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MAY APPLE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
PANDAPAS POND LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ANTHONY KNOB	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CHILDREN'S FOREST LONG LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROYALE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
KELLY	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
CURRY CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHILDREN'S FOREST	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FALLINGWATER	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WAR SPUR LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FENWICK WETLANDS	0.7	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILSON MOUNTAIN	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COVE MOUNTAIN	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHILDREN'S FOREST	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHILDREN'S FOREST LONG LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TRILLIUM	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HELMS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KELLY	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BLUE SUCK RUN	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WAR SPUR LOOP	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
QUEEN ANNE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HORSE NETTLE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TUCKER	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
VIRGINIA'S WALK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
INDIAN PIPE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WAR BRANCH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
VIRGINIA'S WALK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
QUEEN ANNE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LICK BRANCH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TUCKER	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BOY SCOUT	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LADY SLIPPER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MORNING KNOB	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHILDREN'S FOREST INTERPRETIVE	0.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SKULLCAP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PICKLE BRANCH SHELTER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WOODS AND FIELD	0.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HAYMAKER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LARK SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HANGING ROCK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PATTERSON MOUNTAIN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SARTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PANDAPAS POND WETLAND LOOP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HANGING ROCK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROARING RUN FALLS	0.2	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTTS MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOOP HOLE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE COVE MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SKULLCAP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
POVERTY CREEK CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DRAGONS TOOTH SIDE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DRAGON'S TOOTH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WAR SPUR LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WAR BRANCH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLENWOOD HORSE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JOHN'S CREEK MOUNTAIN	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JOHN'S CREEK MOUNTAIN	—	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Museums in Salem

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
OLIN HALL AND SMOYER GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		5403752500	$107,599,422
ELEANOR D. WILSON MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5403626532	$50,842,781
ROANOKE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS	ART MUSEUM	110 SALEM AVE SE	5403425760	$3,687,007
TAUBMAN MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		5403425760	$3,687,007
VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		5403425670	$1,096,040
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WESTERN VIRGINIA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1 MARKET SQUARE SOUTHEAST	5403425770	$987,644
O. WINSTON LINK MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5409825465	$987,644
MILL MOUNTAIN ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		5403433241	$707,580
SALEM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3303378514	$273,542
HARRISON MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE	GENERAL MUSEUM		5403454818	$210,523
NORFOLK & WESTERN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$190,650
BOTETOURT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5404738394	$17,060
COMMONWEALTH COACH AND TROLLEY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	602 18TH STREET SW	5403422383	$15,025
24TH VIRGINIA VOLUNTEER INFANTRY REGIMENT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CRAIG COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5408647023
DORSETT PATSY ARRINGTON PORTRAITS	GENERAL MUSEUM		5403428367
HISTORIC FINCASTLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	20 WEST MAIN STREET	5404733077
HOPKINS PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	ONE MARKET SQUARE
ROANOKE ANTIQUE VEHICLE ENDOWMENT	GENERAL MUSEUM
SALEM MUSEUM OF THE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		8013624678
SCIENCE MUSEUM OF WESTERN VIRGINIA	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
VINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5403428634
VIRGINIA WESTERN ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5408577271

Libraries in Salem

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ROANOKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	6303 MERRIMAN ROAD S.W.	802,330
ROANOKE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	706 S. JEFFERSON ST.	509,963
SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY	28 E. MAIN ST.	195,878
BOTETOURT COUNTY LIBRARY	28 AVERY ROW	185,317
CRAIG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	303 MAIN STREET	8,116

Farmers Markets in Salem

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Botetourt Farmer's Market	90 Town Center St	05/01/2019 to 10/26/2019	Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;
Catawba Valley Farmers Market	4965 Catawba Creek Road	05/10/2018 to 10/18/2018	Thu: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Grandin Village Farmers Market	2080 Westover Ave SW	04/21/2018 to 11/17/2018	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Salem Farmers Market	3 East Main Street	04/05/2014 to 12/20/2014	Tue: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-2:0		Visit
Troutville Farmers' Market in the Park	5340 Lee Highway				Visit
Vinton Farmers Market	204 W. Lee Ave.	05/01/2016 to 12/09/2016	Mon: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Tue: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Wed: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Fri: 7:00 AM-7:0		Visit
West End Farmers Market	1210 Patterson Ave. SW	01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Salem

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Big Lick Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	135 Salem Ave	15405628383
Parkway Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Brewery, Breweries	739 Kessler Mill Rd	5403148234	Visit
Roanoke Food Tours	Private Tours, Wine Tours & Tastings, Food Tours, More, Food & Drink, Tours & Activities, Tours, Bre	110 N W Shenandoah Ave Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr	15403091781
Roanoke Railhouse Brewery	Brewery Colonial Avenue Area	451 C Mcclanahan St S W	5402932423	Visit
Soaring Ridge Brewers	Brewery	523 Shenandoah Ave N W		Visit
Soaring Ridge Craft Brewery	Food & Drink, Breweries	523 Shenandoah Ave	15405292140
The Flying Mouse Brewery	Bars, Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Brewery, Breweries, Beer & Ale, Liquor Store	221 Precast Way	5409921288	Visit
White Oak Tea Tavern	Restaurant, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Troutville, Troutville Restaurants, Virginia (va), B	5690 Roanoke Rd	5409926901	Visit

Nursing Homes in Salem

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
SNYDER NURSING HOME 11 NORTH BROAD ST	Non profit - Corporation	45	43	5/5	—	4/5	4/5	5403896305
SALEM HEALTH & REHABILITATION 1945 ROANOKE BLVD	For profit - Corporation	240	208	4/5	—	4/5	2/5	5403453894
RICHFIELD RECOVERY & CARE CENT 3615 WEST MAIN STREET	Non profit - Corporation	315	261	1/5	—	2/5	3/5	5403804500

Pharmacies in Salem

16 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ADVANCED HOME CARE	72 SAINT JOHN ROAD	540-389-8121
APEXCARE PHARMACY	3737 WEST MAIN STREET	540-444-0123
BROOKS-BYRD HEALTH MART PHARMACY	2 EAST MAIN STREET	540-389-8111
CVS - 3794	111 WEST CHESTNUT STREET	540-387-4567
CVS - 6300	179 ELECTRIC ROAD	540-986-0011
CVS - 7389	1875 ELECTRIC ROAD	540-387-1696
KMART	1355 WEST MAIN STREET	540-387-2791
KROGER	161 ELECTRIC ROAD	540-986-4623
KROGER	1477 WEST MAIN STREET	540-389-7251
KROGER	1925 ELECTRIC ROAD	540-387-1088
LIBERTY MEDICAL SUPPLY	2157 APPERSON DRIVE	540-777-0000
PRIMARY CARE ASSOCIATES PHARMACY	1955 WEST MAIN STREET	540-302-0190
SALEM VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER	1970 ROANOKE BOULEVARD	540-982-2463
VALLEY APOTHECARY	1802 BRAEBURN DRIVE	540-772-3788
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1309	1851 WEST MAIN STREET	540-375-2624
WALGREENS - 7604	1725 WEST MAIN STREET	540-387-2901

EV Charging Stations in Salem

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Salem, VA - Tesla Supercharger	1340 West Main St	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger	1435 Apperson Dr	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Hart Motor Co.	1341 East Main Street	EV Connect		1	J1772COMBO	public
Berglund Ford Mazda	834 E Main St	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
Berglund Ford Mazda	834 E Main St	Non-Networked	2		J1772	private
El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant	2032 W Main St	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
Hampton Inn Salem East-Electric Road - Tesla Destination	1886 Electric Rd	Tesla Destination	2		TESLA	public
SALEMVA STATION2	1970 Roanoke Blvd	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
SALEMVA STATION4	1970 Roanoke Blvd	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
SALEMVA STATION5	1970 Roanoke Blvd	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
SALEMVA SUNSTATION1	Garden Sq	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
VISN 6/SALEM VAMC	1970 Roanoke Blvd	Non-Networked			NEMA515	private

Fire Stations in Salem

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Fort Lewis Volunteer Fire Department (Roanoke County Fire & Rescue)	3915 W Main ST	Volunteer			540-387-6166
Salem Fire & EMS Department	216 S Broad ST	Career			540-375-3080

Power Plants Near Salem

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
SALEM VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	NOT AVAILABLE	-80.0	NOT AVAILABLE
SALEM STREET DEPT	PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-80.0	SB
SALEM ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT	PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-80.1	SB
SALEM WATER PLANT	PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-80.1	SB

Bridges in Salem

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1964	24	59,457	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1986	144	34,754	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1997	346	34,754	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1986	144	33,206	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1997	346	33,206	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1962	161	29,794	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1962	126	29,794	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1962	126	29,663	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1962	161	29,663	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	376	20,029	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1940	153	19,916	P
Culvert	Concrete	1962	43	19,451	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1946	150	19,060	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	273	18,781	F
Culvert	Concrete	1956	34	17,416	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1998	200	15,067	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	193	15,067	F
Frame	Concrete	1948	56	14,974	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1949	184	14,974	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	2010	163	14,974	G
Culvert	Concrete	1961	23	14,295	F
Frame	Concrete continuous	1950	64	13,447	F
Slab	Concrete	2005	116	13,423	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1942	199	11,885	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1936	77	9,947	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	130	8,963	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	87	8,963	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1974	182	7,851	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	258	7,765	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1967	138	7,765	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1996	125	6,376	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1938	115	5,732	G
Frame	Concrete	1999	22	5,203	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1969	198	4,030	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	26	3,124	F
Culvert	Concrete	2022	22	2,374	G
Culvert	Steel	1979	28	1,718	G
Frame	Concrete	1993	26	1,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	268	1,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	82	975	F
Frame	Concrete	1999	28	900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1932	47	773	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2013	40	705	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1920	83	508	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	1991	25	500	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2002	92	500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1932	20	300	G
Culvert	Concrete	1995	23	239	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1946	34	155	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1952	93	50	F

Correctional Facilities in Salem

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
WESTERN VIRGINIA REGIONAL JAIL	5885 W RIVER RD	STATE	883	1,021	OPEN
ROANOKE COUNTY / SALEM JAIL	401 E MAIN ST	COUNTY	188	108	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Salem

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Roanoke, VA	55 Norfolk Avenue SW	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Salem

10 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
DVA - SALEM MEDICAL CENTER	1970 ROANOKE BOULEVARD	SALEM
FRANK CHERVAN INCORPORATED - 20523	2005 GREENBRIER AVE SE	ROANOKE CITY
RES DBA STEEL DYNAMICS - ROANOKE BAR DIVISION	102 WESTSIDE BLVD NW	ROANOKE CITY
RES DBA STEEL DYNAMICS - ROANOKE BAR DIVISION	102 WESTSIDE BLVD NW	ROANOKE CITY
RES DBA STEEL DYNAMICS - ROANOKE BAR DIVISION	102 WESTSIDE BLVD NW	ROANOKE CITY
ROANOKE CEMENT CO	5555 CATAWBA RD	BOTETOURT
ROANOKE CEMENT COMPANY	6071 CATABWA ROAD	BOTETOURT
ROANOKE CEMENT COMPANY	6071 CATABWA ROAD	BOTETOURT
ROANOKE CEMENT COMPANY	6071 CATABWA ROAD	BOTETOURT
ROANOKE CEMENT COMPANY	6071 CATABWA ROAD	BOTETOURT

Airports Near Salem

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Danville Regional Airport	DAN	Medium Airport
Greenbrier Valley Airport	LWB	Medium Airport
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport	ROA	Medium Airport
Abbott Airport	—	Small Airport
Alum Ridge STOLport	—	Small Airport
Barrows Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Black Bridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Buck Hollar Airport	—	Small Airport
Burnt Chimney Airport	—	Small Airport
Bush Airport	—	Small Airport
Catawba Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Covington Airport	—	Small Airport
Davis Field	—	Small Airport
Deer Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Ferguson Airport	—	Small Airport
Fincastle Airport	—	Small Airport
Gravely Airport	—	Small Airport
Groundhog Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Hinton-Alderson Airport	—	Small Airport
Hop-Along Airport	—	Small Airport
Ingalls Field	HSP	Small Airport
Johnson Fox Field	—	Small Airport
Lakeview Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Landis Airport	—	Small Airport
Loury Lester Airpark	—	Small Airport
Micro Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Airport	—	Small Airport
Moorefield's Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Nester Funny Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
New Castle International Airport	—	Small Airport
New London Airport	—	Small Airport
New River Valley Airport	PSK	Small Airport
Pace Airport	—	Small Airport
Perkey Airport	—	Small Airport
Rainelle Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Birds Airyard Airport	—	Small Airport
Riverwood Airport	—	Small Airport
Robinson Airport	—	Small Airport
Rock Airport	—	Small Airport
Smith Mountain Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Springwood Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Summit Airport	—	Small Airport
Venning's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Virginia Tech Montgomery Executive Airport	BCB	Small Airport
Wemmering Airport	—	Small Airport
Willow Bend Airport	—	Small Airport
Windy Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Salem

9 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Botetourt County Sheriffs Office
City of Salem Police Department	36 East Calhoun Street
Roanoke City Police	348 Campbell Avenue Southwest
Roanoke City Sheriff	340 Campbell Avenue Southwest
Roanoke County Sheriffs Office
Salem Police Department	36 East Calhoun Street
Town of Vinton Police Department
Viginia State Police Station
Virginia Western Community College Police

Grocery Stores in Salem

29 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven 35044J	Convenience Store	200 Apperson Dr
A And M Market	Convenience Store	4129 Salem Tpke NW
Craig Superette	Convenience Store	700 Craig Ave
CVS PHARMACY 3794	Other	11 Chestnut St
CVS PHARMACY 6296	Other	2712 Peters Creek Rd NW
CVS Pharmacy 7389	Other	1875 Electric Rd
Dollar Tree 2209	Other	1475 W Main St
DOLLARTREE 10314	Other	175 Electric Rd
Easy Day #1	Convenience Store	16 Chestnut St
Family Dollar 6954	Other	675 Peters Creek Rd NW
Feeding Southwest Virginia	Other	1025 Electric Rd
Food Lion 278	Supermarket	2631 Peters Creek Rd NW
Go Mart 97	Convenience Store	1918 W Main St
Hanging Rock Express Grocery	Convenience Store	1812 Thompson Memorial Dr
J&J General African Market	Grocery Store	651 Peters Creek Rd NW
Kroger 226	Super Store	1477 W Main St
Kroger 320	Super Store	1925 Electric Rd
Kroger 330	Super Store	161 Electric Rd
Metro Express #6-liberty 6	Convenience Store	1715 E Main St
Nikee Foodmart	Convenience Store	5032 Melrose Ave NW
Orange Market	Convenience Store	1823 Thompson Memorial Dr
Quick Way	Convenience Store	50 Thompson Memorial Dr
Salem Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	3 E Main St
Sheetz 325	Convenience Store	1435 Apperson Dr
Sheetz 333	Convenience Store	1340 W Main St
Shell E-z Mart	Convenience Store	40 W 4th St
Two Stars LLC	Convenience Store	815 W Main St
Walgreens 07604	Other	1725 W Main St
Walmart Supercenter 1309	Super Store	1851 W Main St

Treatment Centers in Salem

11 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare	Both	540-266-9200
Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare - Child Youth and Family Services	Both	540-981-1102
Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare - Rita J Gliniecki Recovery Center	Both	540-344-6208
Center for Emotional Care	Substance Abuse	540-387-3105
EHS Roanoke - Corporate	Both	540-339-9195
Family Service of Roanoke Valley	Mental Health	540-795-4670
Intercept True North Health Clinic	Both	540-523-8080 x1
LewisGale - Behavioral Health	Both	540-772-2801
Spero Health - Roanoke	Both	540-329-5325
Support Systems Inc	Both	540-767-2667
Veterans Affairs Medical Center - Mental Health Service	Both	540-982-2463 x2515

Churches & Religious Organizations in Salem

42 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BETHEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1683 RED LANE EXT
BLUE RIDGE CHURCH	PO BOX 1411
BLUERIDGE SANATHANA DHARMA INC	6950 FAIRWAY RIDGE RD
CHURCH OF GOD	4338 ALLEGHANY DR
COVENANT COMMUNITY CHURCH INC	PO BOX 1214
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 1025
FAITH WESLEYAN CHURCH	4379 ALLEGHANY DR
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	712 FRONT AVE
FORGOTTEN PEOPLE MINISTRY INC	2709 12 OCLOCK KNOB RD
FORT LEWIS CHRISTIAN CHURCH	2931 W MAIN ST
FREEDOM CENTER	PO BOX 1411
FULL GOSPEL OF CHRIST FELLOWSHIP INC	913 E MAIN ST
HOOKED FOR LIFE INC	2629 WILDWOOD RD
IGLESIA PACTO DE GRACIA INC	4231 DAUGHERTY RD
LIVING WATER CHRISTIAN CHURCH	1520 SWIMMER LN
LIVING WELL CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	4335 W MAIN ST
MASJID AN-NUR	230 BRAXTON AVE
MASON COVE CHAPEL	3857 BRADSHAW RD
MOUNTAIN PASS BAPTIST CHURCH	2975 CATAWBA VALLEY DR
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP OF SALEM INC	402 S COLORADO ST
RICHARD KISER MUSIC MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 43
RIVER CHURCH ROANOKE	4371 HARBORWOOD RD
ROANOKE GURUDWARA	2222 WILDWOOD RD
ROANOKE VALLEY CHURCH OF CHRIST	2908 FRANKLIN ST
ROCK OF ROANOKE	PO BOX 823
SALEM AREA ECUMENICAL MINISTRIES	210 S COLLEGE AVE
SALEM CHRISTIAN LIFE INTL CHURCH	PO BOX 39
SALEM CHURCH OF GOD	PO BOX 1234
SALEM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 539
SALEM VA FOURSQUARE CHURCH	PO BOX 1954
SECOND CHANCE MINISTRIES GLOBAL	PO BOX 645
SERVE7	513 DUXBURY LN
SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH	201 S MARKET ST
SPREAD THE BREAD MINISTRIES	1322 N MILL RD
ST PAULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	42 E MAIN ST
SUNSET MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 2826
THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SALEM VIRGINIA INC	226 S BROAD ST
UNLIMITED POWER CHURCH OF CHRIST	229 APPERSON DR
VIRGINIA BAPTIST CHILDRENS HOME & FAMILY SERVICES FOUNDATION	860 MOUNT VERNON LN
VIRGINIA BAPTIST CHILDRENS HOME AND FAMILY SERVICES	PO BOX 849
VIRGINIA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHER CHURCH	221 COLLEGE LN
WESLEYAN CHURCH CORP	424 CHAMBERLAIN LN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Salem

What is the population of Salem?

Salem has a population of 25,477 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 1,755 people per square mile, spread across 14.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.3 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Salem expensive to live in?

Salem has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $66,716, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $244,800 (13% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,046 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Salem safe?

Salem is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 90 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,184 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 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Salem?

The job market in Salem is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,219. There are 1,123 business establishments in the area, including 91 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Salem?

The median home value in Salem is $244,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,477. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,046. Fair market rent is $1,053 for a 1-bedroom and $1,254 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,264.

How are the schools in Salem?

Schools in Salem score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 31.1% of adults in Salem hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Salem?

The obesity rate in Salem is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 23.2% are physically inactive. 25.9% of residents report depression. 8.1% lack health insurance. 90.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:725.

What is transportation like in Salem?

The average commute in Salem is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Salem?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Salem is 84% White, 7.8% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 95.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.9% speak Spanish. 7.2% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 93.9% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Cave Spring, VA 26,014 pop · 4.8 mi Roanoke, VA 98,677 pop · 5.4 mi Hollins, VA 17,005 pop · 7.0 mi Vinton, VA 8,038 pop · 9.2 mi Cloverdale, VA 3,095 pop · 9.7 mi Elliston, VA 1,041 pop · 9.8 mi Daleville, VA 3,166 pop · 11.8 mi Laymantown, VA 1,843 pop · 12.0 mi Shawsville, VA 1,725 pop · 13.5 mi Blue Ridge, VA 3,112 pop · 14.4 mi Blacksburg, VA 45,288 pop · 20.8 mi Merrimac, VA 2,955 pop · 21.1 mi Rocky Mount, VA 4,926 pop · 21.6 mi Christiansburg, VA 22,820 pop · 21.7 mi

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