Silas Collins moving Oct 4, 2025

OK so Poverty rate is 4.9%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -West Salem sits at 98.3 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 5,268, West Salem is a small town. Household incomes average around $90,991 in West Salem. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Worth the trade-offs? TIA! The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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