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South Salem, OH

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South Salem is a small town in Ohio with a population of 135. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
135 Population 750/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $26,641 per capita
$115,600 Home Value $165,899 Zillow
$988 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,600 home value, $988/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $988
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density750/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$26,641
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$3,869M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,600
Rent$988
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,899
Housing Units90
Rent Burden13.8%

Health

Obesity45.5%
Uninsured10.9%
Smoking23.1%
Depression31.6%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation924 ft (282 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries10

Is South Salem a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Salem receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. South Salem offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Salem is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.7% 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 South Salem is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

South Salem experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

South Salem has a population of 135 with a density of 750 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

135
Total Population
750
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

South Salem vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Salem vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Salem is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: South Salem vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,641
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$59,892

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,546
County GDP$3,869M

Business (County)

Restaurants135
Healthcare161
Retail250
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,026
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in South Salem is $115,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,899.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,600
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,899

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$988
15% below US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units90
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,026
15% above US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
In South Salem, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.9% of residents lack health insurance. 23.1% are current smokers. 31.6% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.5%
42% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma12.6%
COPD10.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression31.6%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Uninsured10.9%
27% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits50.7%
Premature Death12,209/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities161
South Salem has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation924 ft (282 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density750/sq mi
Coordinates39.3372°N, 83.3071°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.3-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density750/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities161
Restaurants135
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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