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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
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
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
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
90 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.1% bachelor's degree or higher
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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Historic Markers Near Salem, VA
7 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Salem, VA.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Kim Kyusik | (1881-1950). Marker is on High Street/Maxey Way north of East Clay Street, on the left when traveling north. |
| Lynchburg and Salem Turnpike | Marker is on Lynchburg Salem Turnpike near Idaho Street, on the right when traveling east. |
| General Andrew Lewis | Marker is at the intersection of Roanoke Blvd and Taliaferro Way, on the right when traveling north on Roanoke Blvd. |
| Sgt. James Walton | Salem Flying Artillery, C.S.A.. Marker is at the intersection of E. Main Street (U.S. 460) and Park Avenue, on the right when traveling east on E. Main Street. |
| Hanging Rock | Marker is on North Electric Road (Virginia Route 419) near U.S. 81, on the left when traveling west. |
| Andrew Lewis’ Grave | Marker is at the intersection of E. Main Street (U.S. 460) and Park Avenue, on the right when traveling east on E. Main Street. |
| Catawba Sanatorium | Marker is on Catawba Valley Drive. |