Salem, MO

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Salem Overview

4,673
TOTAL POPULATION
1,958
MALE POPULATION
2,715
FEMALE POPULATION
72.12
MALES / 100 FEMALES
138.66
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,565
PER CAPITA INCOME
$51,028
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$35,413
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,055
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Salem Zip Codes

Salem Area Codes

Race in Salem

The most populous races in Salem are White / Caucasian (4,330 | 92.7%), Two or more Races (290 | 6.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (54 | 1.2%).
Race in Salem
Race# Population% Population
Asian60.1%
Black / African American320.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino541.2%
Native / Alaskan80.2%
White / Caucasian4,33092.7%
Two or more Races2906.2%
Some other Race70.2%
Total4,673100.0%

Ancestry in Salem

The most populous ancestries reported in Salem are German (477 | 10.2%), Irish (409 | 8.7%), English (335 | 7.2%), American (286 | 6.1%), and Dutch (218 | 4.7%), together accounting for 36.9% of all Salem residents.
Ancestry in Salem
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2866.1%
Apache120.3%
Austrian110.2%
British410.9%
Cajun451.0%
Cherokee741.6%
Choctaw170.4%
Danish140.3%
Dutch2184.7%
Eastern European70.2%
English3357.2%
European992.1%
French1332.9%
French Canadian30.1%
German47710.2%
Hungarian350.7%
Indian (Asian)250.5%
Irish4098.7%
Italian70.2%
Mexican471.0%
Norwegian340.7%
Polish881.9%
Puerto Rican70.2%
Russian1854.0%
Scandinavian581.2%
Scotch-Irish641.4%
Scottish451.0%
Sri Lankan60.1%
Swedish501.1%
Swiss110.2%
Welsh430.9%
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Immigrants in Salem

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Salem came from , and Canada (22 | 0.5%), together accounting for 0.5% of all Salem residents.
Immigrants in Salem
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada220.5%
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Sex and Age in Salem

Sex and Age in Salem

The most populous age groups in Salem are 20 to 24 Years (201 | 10.3%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (239 | 8.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years92 (4.7%)175 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Years139 (7.1%)144 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Years108 (5.5%)178 (6.6%)
15 to 19 Years179 (9.1%)182 (6.7%)
20 to 24 Years201 (10.3%)188 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Years50 (2.5%)114 (4.2%)
30 to 34 Years78 (4.0%)98 (3.6%)
35 to 39 Years110 (5.6%)151 (5.6%)
40 to 44 Years181 (9.2%)168 (6.2%)
45 to 49 Years98 (5.0%)159 (5.9%)
50 to 54 Years77 (3.9%)172 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years145 (7.4%)128 (4.7%)
60 to 64 Years157 (8.0%)141 (5.2%)
65 to 69 Years97 (5.0%)181 (6.7%)
70 to 74 Years116 (5.9%)239 (8.8%)
75 to 79 Years81 (4.1%)110 (4.1%)
80 to 84 Years22 (1.1%)64 (2.4%)
85 Years and over27 (1.4%)123 (4.5%)
Total1,958 (100.0%)2,715 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Salem

Median Family Size in Salem

The median family size in Salem is 3.30 persons per family, with single male/father families (47 | 4.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.02 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (380 | 37.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.14 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Salem
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple590 (58.0%)3.35
Single Male/Father47 (4.6%)4.02
Single Female/Mother380 (37.4%)3.14
Total Families1,017 (100.0%)3.30

Median Household Size in Salem

The median household size in Salem is 2.22 persons per household, with single male/father households (47 | 2.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.77 persons per household. non-family households (1,036 | 50.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.01 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Salem
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple590 (28.7%)3.36
Single Male/Father47 (2.3%)4.77
Single Female/Mother380 (18.5%)3.42
Non-family1,036 (50.5%)1.01
Total Households2,053 (100.0%)2.22

Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem

Out of a total of 2,053 households in Salem, 1,017 (49.5%) are family households, while 1,036 (50.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 451, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,024.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,024 (49.9%)
2-Person Households451 (22.0%)12 (0.6%)
3-Person Households207 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households203 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households109 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households36 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households11 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,017 (49.5%)1,036 (50.5%)

Female Fertility in Salem

Fertility by Age in Salem

Average fertility rate in Salem is 73.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 50.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Salem
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years8 (9.6%)44.0
20 to 34 years42 (50.6%)105.0
35 to 50 years33 (39.8%)60.0
Total83 (100.0%)73.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salem

26.5% of women with births (83) in Salem are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 47.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salem
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years22 (52.4%)20 (47.6%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Total22 (26.5%)61 (73.5%)

Fertility by Education in Salem

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School61 (73.5%)182.0
High School Diploma22 (26.5%)161.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total83 (100.0%)73.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salem

73.5% of women with births in Salem are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 63.6% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 86.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salem
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School8 (13.1%)53 (86.9%)
High School Diploma14 (63.6%)8 (36.4%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total22 (26.5%)61 (73.5%)

Income in Salem

Income Overview in Salem

Per Capita Income in Salem is $24,565, while median incomes of families and households are $51,028 and $35,413 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,673$24,565
Median Family Income1,017$51,028
Mean Family Income1,017$59,087
Median Household Income2,053$35,413
Mean Household Income2,053$50,845
Income Deficit1,017$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,67332.35%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,67367.65¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,6730.49

Earnings by Sex in Salem

Average Earnings in Salem are $28,056, $34,159 for men and $23,107 for women, a difference of 32.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Salem
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male998 (46.3%)$34,159
Female1,158 (53.7%)$23,107
Total2,156 (100.0%)$28,056

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem

The most common earnings brackets in Salem are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (155 | 15.5%) and $7,500 to $9,999 for women (125 | 10.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less93 (9.3%)48 (4.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99951 (5.1%)11 (0.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49932 (3.2%)88 (7.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99945 (4.5%)125 (10.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49922 (2.2%)36 (3.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99911 (1.1%)102 (8.8%)
$15,000 to $17,49927 (2.7%)30 (2.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99926 (2.6%)48 (4.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4998 (0.8%)66 (5.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99911 (1.1%)103 (8.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99983 (8.3%)82 (7.1%)
$30,000 to $34,999127 (12.7%)80 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $39,999155 (15.5%)86 (7.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99924 (2.4%)40 (3.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99982 (8.2%)11 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99932 (3.2%)78 (6.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99929 (2.9%)65 (5.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99931 (3.1%)3 (0.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99979 (7.9%)47 (4.1%)
$100,000+30 (3.0%)9 (0.8%)
Total998 (100.0%)1,158 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem

Average earnings in Salem are $34,398 for men and $25,783 for women, a difference of 25.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $49,643, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $28,333. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $19,821.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$29,659$25,854
High School Diploma$28,333$19,821
College or Associate's Degree$34,818$22,008
Bachelor's Degree$49,643$50,307
Graduate Degree--
Total$34,398$25,783

Family Income in Salem

Family Income Brackets in Salem

According to the Salem family income data, there are 261 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Salem
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000737.2%
$10,000 to $14,99990.9%
$15,000 to $24,999858.4%
$25,000 to $34,99911911.7%
$35,000 to $49,99919719.4%
$50,000 to $74,99926125.7%
$75,000 to $99,99910810.6%
$100,000 to $149,99912212.0%
$150,000 to $199,999434.2%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem

6-person families (36 | 3.5%) account for the highest median family income in Salem with $110,625 per family, while 2-person families (460 | 45.2%) have the highest median income of $21,458 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families460 (45.2%)$42,917
3-Person Families250 (24.6%)$37,227
4-Person Families175 (17.2%)$64,107
5-Person Families85 (8.4%)$51,392
6-Person Families36 (3.5%)$110,625
7+ Person Families11 (1.1%)$0
Total1,017 (100.0%)$51,028

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem

The median family income in Salem is $51,028, with families comprising 3+ earners (109) having the highest median family income of $120,486, while families with 1 earner (312) have the lowest median family income of $35,982, accounting for 10.7% and 30.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners134 (13.2%)$36,250
1 Earner312 (30.7%)$35,982
2 Earners462 (45.4%)$57,222
3+ Earners109 (10.7%)$120,486
Total1,017 (100.0%)$51,028

Household Income in Salem

Household Income Brackets in Salem

With 380 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Salem, accounting for 18.5% of all households. In contrast, only 16 households (0.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Salem
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001728.4%
$10,000 to $14,99930214.7%
$15,000 to $24,99932215.7%
$25,000 to $34,99921410.4%
$35,000 to $49,99924411.9%
$50,000 to $74,99938018.5%
$75,000 to $99,9991999.7%
$100,000 to $149,9991607.8%
$150,000 to $199,999432.1%
$200,000+160.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Salem

The median household income in Salem is $35,413, with the highest median household income of $60,385 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 472 households (23.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $21,971, with 781 households (38.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Salem
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years113 (5.5%)$36,853
25 to 44 Years472 (23.0%)$60,385
45 to 64 Years687 (33.5%)$29,750
65+ Years781 (38.0%)$21,971
Total2,053 (100.0%)$35,413

Poverty in Salem

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem

With 16.5% poverty level for males and 18.5% for females among the residents of Salem, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (100.0%) and 7 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (51.1%)11 (6.3%)
5 Years22 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years31 (21.2%)24 (11.4%)
12 to 14 Years28 (35.4%)19 (19.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years21 (55.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years20 (6.6%)42 (21.5%)
25 to 34 Years21 (16.5%)20 (9.4%)
35 to 44 Years35 (12.1%)66 (20.7%)
45 to 54 Years18 (10.6%)100 (30.5%)
55 to 64 Years69 (24.2%)33 (12.7%)
65 to 74 Years3 (1.4%)105 (25.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)66 (24.4%)
Total315 (16.5%)493 (18.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem

According to the poverty statistics in Salem, males aged 15 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years45 (48.9%)164 (93.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years115 (78.8%)187 (88.6%)
12 to 14 Years51 (64.6%)78 (80.4%)
15 Years38 (100.0%)62 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years17 (44.7%)112 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years283 (93.4%)153 (78.5%)
25 to 34 Years106 (83.5%)192 (90.6%)
35 to 44 Years255 (87.9%)252 (79.2%)
45 to 54 Years152 (89.4%)228 (69.5%)
55 to 64 Years216 (75.8%)227 (87.3%)
65 to 74 Years205 (98.6%)315 (75.0%)
75 Years and over115 (100.0%)204 (75.6%)
Total1,598 (83.5%)2,174 (81.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salem

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Salem show that 6.4% or 38 of the total 590 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.8%, comprising of 18 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.9%, which includes 9 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salem
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children299 (97.1%)9 (2.9%)
1 or 2 Children149 (89.2%)18 (10.8%)
3 or 4 Children104 (90.4%)11 (9.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total552 (93.6%)38 (6.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salem

According to the poverty data in Salem, 14.9% or 7 single-father households and 21.0% or 80 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (45.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salem
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)71 (26.7%)
3 or 4 Children7 (100.0%)9 (45.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (14.9%)80 (21.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salem

The poverty data for Salem shows that 38 of the married-couple family households (6.4%) and 87 of the single-parent households (20.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (10.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 household (59.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salem
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children9 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children18 (10.8%)71 (24.2%)
3 or 4 Children11 (9.6%)16 (59.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (6.4%)87 (20.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Salem

Employment by Class of Employer in Salem

Among the 1,724 employed individuals in Salem, private company employees (1,069 | 62.0%), local government employees (266 | 15.4%), and state government employees (145 | 8.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Salem
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,06962.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)593.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)543.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations1005.8%
Local Government Employees26615.4%
State Government Employees1458.4%
Federal Government Employees311.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,724100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Salem

According to the labor force statistics for Salem, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,737), 55.0% or 2,055 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.0% or 144 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 99.4% or 163 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.8% or 58 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Salem
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years169 (64.8%)28 (16.6%)
20 to 24 Years326 (83.8%)58 (17.8%)
25 to 29 Years163 (99.4%)19 (11.7%)
30 to 34 Years163 (92.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years546 (89.5%)17 (3.1%)
45 to 54 Years339 (67.0%)15 (4.4%)
55 to 59 Years153 (56.0%)6 (3.9%)
60 to 64 Years81 (27.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years86 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over28 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,055 (55.0%)144 (7.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem

According to labor force statistics for Salem, 71.3% of individuals (1,445) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,027) are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 56 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 84.1% or 565 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.1% or 40 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School186 (57.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma395 (60.3%)66 (10.1%)
College / Associate Degree565 (84.1%)20 (3.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher299 (79.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,445 (71.3%)79 (3.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Salem

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Salem are Community & Social Service (286 | 15.0%), Education Instruction & Library (190 | 9.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (120 | 6.3%), Management (114 | 6.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (96 | 5.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Salem

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Salem, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (34.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Management31 (27.2%)83 (72.8%)
Business & Financial3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science7 (16.7%)35 (83.3%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 44 (15.4%)242 (84.6%)
Education, Arts & Media33 (34.4%)63 (65.6%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library11 (5.8%)179 (94.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)120 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Total (Category)85 (15.0%)480 (85.0%)
Total (Overall)823 (43.1%)1,088 (56.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Salem are Food Preparation & Serving (171 | 8.9%), Healthcare Support (66 | 3.5%), Security & Protection (60 | 3.1%), Law Enforcement (55 | 2.9%), and Personal Care & Service (50 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Salem

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Salem, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (83.3%), and Law Enforcement (81.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (81.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
Security & Protection50 (83.3%)10 (16.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement45 (81.8%)10 (18.2%)
Food Preparation & Serving32 (18.7%)139 (81.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance26 (63.4%)15 (36.6%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
Total (Category)108 (27.8%)280 (72.2%)
Total (Overall)823 (43.1%)1,088 (56.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Salem are Sales & Related (214 | 11.2%), and Office & Administration (193 | 10.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Salem

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related45 (21.0%)169 (79.0%)
Office & Administration44 (22.8%)149 (77.2%)
Total (Category)89 (21.9%)318 (78.1%)
Total (Overall)823 (43.1%)1,088 (56.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Salem are Construction & Extraction (51 | 2.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (33 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Salem

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)823 (43.1%)1,088 (56.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Salem are Production (224 | 11.7%), Material Moving (161 | 8.4%), and Transportation (82 | 4.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Salem

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Production224 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving151 (93.8%)10 (6.2%)
Total (Category)457 (97.9%)10 (2.1%)
Total (Overall)823 (43.1%)1,088 (56.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Salem

Employment Industries in Salem

The major employment industries in Salem include Health Care & Social Assistance (275 | 14.4%), Retail Trade (256 | 13.4%), Educational Services (248 | 13.0%), Manufacturing (245 | 12.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (228 | 11.9%).
Employment Industries in Salem

Employment Industries by Sex in Salem

The Salem industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (94.2%), Educational Services (90.3%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (87.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Salem
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction7 (16.7%)35 (83.3%)
Construction54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing242 (98.8%)3 (1.2%)
Wholesale Trade81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade72 (28.1%)184 (71.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing72 (87.8%)10 (12.2%)
Utilities31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information11 (57.9%)8 (42.1%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing27 (50.0%)27 (50.0%)
Professional & Scientific18 (29.0%)44 (71.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Educational Services24 (9.7%)224 (90.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance16 (5.8%)259 (94.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (12.5%)28 (87.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services40 (17.5%)188 (82.5%)
Public Administration65 (57.0%)49 (43.0%)
Total823 (43.1%)1,088 (56.9%)

Education in Salem

School Enrollment in Salem

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,271 students in Salem are college / undergraduate (297 | 23.4%), elementary school (273 | 21.5%), and middle school (247 | 19.4%).
School Enrollment in Salem
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1189.3%
Kindergarten413.2%
Elementary School27321.5%
Middle School24719.4%
High School21516.9%
College / Undergraduate29723.4%
Graduate / Professional806.3%
Total1,271100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salem

Out of a total of 1,271 students who are enrolled in schools in Salem, 348 (27.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 923 (72.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 61 (75.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 282 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salem
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds38 (37.6%)63 (62.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old192 (67.8%)91 (32.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds282 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds20 (57.1%)15 (42.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds101 (61.6%)63 (38.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds33 (37.5%)55 (62.5%)
35 Years and over20 (24.7%)61 (75.3%)
Total923 (72.6%)348 (27.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salem

Education (146 | 31.2%), business (65 | 13.9%), engineering (52 | 11.1%), psychology (47 | 10.0%), and literature & languages (38 | 8.1%) are the most common fields of study among 468 individuals in Salem who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salem
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural81.7%
Physical & Health Sciences357.5%
Psychology4710.0%
Social Sciences91.9%
Engineering5211.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology296.2%
Business6513.9%
Education14631.2%
Literature & Languages388.1%
Liberal Arts & History204.3%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications112.4%
Arts & Humanities81.7%
Total468100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Salem

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Salem are males with 2 vehicles (353, accounting for 50.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (453, making up 34.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle11 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle77 (11.0%)238 (23.3%)
2 Vehicles353 (50.4%)453 (44.3%)
3 Vehicles203 (29.0%)206 (20.1%)
4 Vehicles19 (2.7%)101 (9.9%)
5 or more Vehicles38 (5.4%)25 (2.4%)
Total701 (100.0%)1,023 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Salem

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Salem are 5 to 9 minutes (554 commuters, 32.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (300 commuters, 17.5%), and less than 5 minutes (274 commuters, 16.0%).
Commute Time in Salem
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes27416.0%
5 to 9 Minutes55432.4%
10 to 14 Minutes30017.5%
15 to 19 Minutes613.6%
20 to 24 Minutes181.1%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes1508.8%
35 to 39 Minutes1418.3%
40 to 44 Minutes171.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1317.7%
60 to 89 Minutes583.4%
90 or more Minutes50.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Salem

The most common commute times in Salem are 5 to 9 minutes (145 commuters, 20.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (409 commuters, 40.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Salem
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes99 (14.2%)175 (17.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes145 (20.8%)409 (40.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes134 (19.2%)166 (16.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes61 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes14 (2.0%)4 (0.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes48 (6.9%)102 (10.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes51 (7.3%)90 (8.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes16 (2.3%)1 (0.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes81 (11.6%)50 (5.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes49 (7.0%)9 (0.9%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (0.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salem

The most frequent times of departure to work in Salem are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (133, 19.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (216, 21.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salem
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM17 (2.4%)26 (2.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM119 (17.1%)172 (17.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM19 (2.7%)9 (0.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM76 (10.9%)75 (7.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM26 (3.7%)73 (7.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM94 (13.5%)216 (21.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM99 (14.2%)157 (15.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM69 (9.9%)50 (5.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)17 (1.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1 (0.1%)39 (3.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM4 (0.6%)17 (1.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)11 (1.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM41 (5.9%)12 (1.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM133 (19.1%)137 (13.6%)
Total698 (100.0%)1,011 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Salem

Occupancy by Ownership in Salem

Of the total 2,053 dwellings in Salem, owner-occupied units account for 1,020 (49.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,033 (50.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Salem
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,02049.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,03350.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,053100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Salem

Occupancy by Household Size in Salem
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,02449.9%
2-Person Household46322.6%
3-Person Household20710.1%
4+ Person Household35917.5%
Total Housing Units2,053100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household454 (44.3%)570 (55.7%)
2-Person Household264 (57.0%)199 (43.0%)
3-Person Household84 (40.6%)123 (59.4%)
4+ Person Household218 (60.7%)141 (39.3%)
Total Housing Units1,020 (49.7%)1,033 (50.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School85 (24.3%)265 (75.7%)
High School Diploma481 (61.2%)305 (38.8%)
College/Associate Degree288 (43.0%)381 (57.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher166 (66.9%)82 (33.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years29414.3%
35 to 44 Years29114.2%
45 to 54 Years37718.4%
55 to 64 Years31015.1%
65 to 74 Years45622.2%
75 to 84 Years21410.4%
85 Years and Over1115.4%
Total2,053100.0%

Housing Finances in Salem

Median Income by Occupancy in Salem

Median Income by Occupancy in Salem
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,020 (49.7%)$58,466
Renter-Occupied1,033 (50.3%)$23,866
Average2,053 (100.0%)$35,413

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00056 (5.5%)83 (8.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99915 (1.5%)18 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $14,999141 (13.8%)160 (15.5%)
$15,000 to $19,9998 (0.8%)94 (9.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99935 (3.4%)186 (18.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99944 (4.3%)170 (16.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999125 (12.2%)120 (11.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999240 (23.5%)139 (13.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999160 (15.7%)39 (3.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999161 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more35 (3.4%)24 (2.3%)
Total1,020 (100.0%)1,033 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300130 (12.8%)91 (8.8%)
$300 to $499258 (25.3%)326 (31.6%)
$500 to $799176 (17.2%)262 (25.4%)
$800 to $999166 (16.3%)219 (21.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499261 (25.6%)48 (4.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99926 (2.5%)65 (6.3%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9993 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,020 (100.0%)1,033 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Salem

Housing Structures in Salem

Housing Structures in Salem
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,38267.3%
Single Unit, Attached572.8%
2 Unit Apartments30314.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1929.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments190.9%
10 or more Apartments653.2%
Mobile Home / Other351.7%
Total2,053100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached988 (71.5%)394 (28.5%)
Single Unit, Attached21 (36.8%)36 (63.2%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)303 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)192 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)65 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other11 (31.4%)24 (68.6%)
Total1,020 (49.7%)1,033 (50.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salem

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salem
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)58 (5.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)314 (30.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms314 (30.8%)485 (46.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms437 (42.8%)169 (16.4%)
8 or more Rooms269 (26.4%)7 (0.7%)
Total1,020 (100.0%)1,033 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas382 (37.4%)137 (13.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas289 (28.3%)139 (13.5%)
Electricity213 (20.9%)711 (68.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene20 (2.0%)25 (2.4%)
Coal or Coke9 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels107 (10.5%)21 (2.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,020 (100.0%)1,033 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Salem

Household Vehicle Usage in Salem
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle14 (1.4%)165 (16.0%)
1 Vehicle420 (41.2%)554 (53.6%)
2 Vehicles349 (34.2%)297 (28.7%)
3 or more Vehicles237 (23.2%)17 (1.7%)
Total1,020 (100.0%)1,033 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Salem

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Salem

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units438582
Median Property Value$88,400$86,500
Median Household Income$39,833$19
Monthly Housing Costs$362$0
Real Estate Taxes$696$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00056 (12.8%)73 (12.5%)
$50,000 to $99,999222 (50.7%)268 (46.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999151 (34.5%)227 (39.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)14 (2.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9999 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total438 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00046 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999101 (23.1%)25 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99936 (8.2%)83 (14.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99969 (15.8%)8 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999103 (23.5%)56 (9.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99947 (10.7%)137 (23.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99920 (4.6%)113 (19.4%)
$150,000 or more16 (3.6%)141 (24.2%)
Total438 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Salem

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Salem
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x168 (38.4%)72,273 (12,418.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x101 (23.1%)367 (63.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x13 (3.0%)88 (15.1%)
4.0x or more152 (34.7%)14 (2.4%)
Total438 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800240 (54.8%)10 (1.7%)
$800 to $1,499160 (36.5%)414 (71.1%)
$800 to $1,49931 (7.1%)101 (17.3%)
Total438 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salem
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years296 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years817 (95.3%)40 (4.7%)
19 to 25 Years391 (83.4%)78 (16.6%)
26 to 34 Years217 (72.1%)84 (27.9%)
35 to 44 Years394 (64.8%)214 (35.2%)
45 to 54 Years441 (88.5%)57 (11.5%)
55 to 64 Years483 (88.6%)62 (11.4%)
65 to 74 Years628 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older385 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,052 (88.3%)535 (11.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born296 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen817 (95.3%)40 (4.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen391 (83.4%)78 (16.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,068 (90.3%)115 (9.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999784 (92.6%)63 (7.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,008 (78.2%)281 (21.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999488 (90.4%)52 (9.6%)
$100,000 and over672 (96.6%)24 (3.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salem

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salem
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6284 (96.0%)12 (4.1%)
6 to 18 Years483 (56.4%)414 (48.3%)
19 to 25 Years98 (20.9%)293 (62.5%)
25 to 34 Years83 (27.6%)161 (53.5%)
35 to 44 Years105 (17.3%)289 (47.5%)
45 to 54 Years130 (26.1%)311 (62.5%)
55 to 64 Years233 (42.7%)269 (49.4%)
65 to 74 Years617 (98.3%)290 (46.2%)
75 Years and over385 (100.0%)260 (67.5%)
Total2,418 (52.7%)2,299 (50.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salem

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (0.9%)9 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years36 (8.4%)77 (18.9%)
35 to 64 Years226 (30.3%)219 (24.2%)
65 to 74 Years112 (53.8%)280 (66.7%)
75 Years and over70 (60.9%)138 (51.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Salem

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.5%)39 (9.6%)
35 to 64 Years69 (9.3%)33 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years38 (18.3%)124 (29.5%)
75 Years and over36 (31.3%)101 (37.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.5%)63 (15.5%)
35 to 64 Years77 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years27 (13.0%)33 (7.9%)
75 Years and over6 (5.2%)39 (14.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (0.9%)9 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years36 (8.4%)53 (13.0%)
35 to 64 Years109 (14.6%)118 (13.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (7.7%)46 (11.0%)
75 Years and over21 (18.3%)15 (5.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years90 (12.1%)187 (20.6%)
65 to 74 Years98 (47.1%)248 (59.1%)
75 Years and over34 (29.6%)115 (42.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.5%)39 (9.6%)
35 to 64 Years31 (4.2%)37 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years13 (6.2%)20 (4.8%)
75 Years and over6 (5.2%)56 (20.7%)

Technology Access in Salem

Computing Device Access in Salem

Computing Device Access in Salem
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,24160.5%
Smartphone1,64179.9%
Tablet75336.7%
No Computing Device26813.1%
Total2,053100.0%

Internet Access in Salem

Internet Access in Salem
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet110.5%
Broadband Home1,10753.9%
Cellular Data Only35817.4%
Satellite Internet824.0%
No Internet48623.7%
Total2,053100.0%

Salem Summary

Salem, Missouri is a small city located in Dent County, in the south-central part of the state. It is the county seat and the largest city in the county. The city is situated in the Ozark Mountains, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The population of Salem was 6,941 at the 2010 census, making it the largest city in Dent County.

Geography

Salem is located at 37°41'25" North, 91°45'17" West (37.690278, -91.754722). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.2 square miles (13.4 km2), all of it land.
The city is located in the Ozark Mountains, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The city is situated on the banks of the Courtois Creek, which flows through the city. The city is located near the Mark Twain National Forest, which provides a variety of recreational activities.

Economy

Salem is a small city with a diverse economy. The city is home to a variety of businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The city is also home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services.
The city is home to several large employers, including the Salem-based Missouri Department of Corrections, which employs over 1,000 people. The city is also home to a number of smaller employers, including a variety of manufacturing and service businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 6,941 people, 2,845 households, and 1,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,338.2 people per square mile (517.7/km2). There were 3,093 housing units at an average density of 597.2 per square mile (230.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
There were 2,845 households, out of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $27,917, and the median income for a family was $35,938. Males had a median income of $27,917 versus $20,938 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 14.2% of families and 17.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.2% of those under age 18 and 14.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Salem?
Total Population of Salem is 4,673.
What is the Total Male Population of Salem?
Total Male Population of Salem is 1,958.
What is the Total Female Population of Salem?
Total Female Population of Salem is 2,715.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Salem?
There are 72.12 Males per 100 Females in Salem.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Salem?
There are 138.66 Females per 100 Males in Salem.
What is the Median Population Age in Salem?
Median Population Age in Salem is 42.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Salem
Average Family Size in Salem is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Salem
Average Household Size in Salem is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Salem?
Per Capita income in Salem is $24,565.
What is the Median Family Income in Salem?
Median Family Income in Salem is $51,028.
What is the Median Household income in Salem?
Median Household Income in Salem is $35,413.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Salem?
Income or Wage Gap in Salem is 32.4%.
Women in Salem earn 67.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Salem?
Inequality or Gini Index in Salem is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Salem?
There are 2,055 People in the Labor Forcein in Salem.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Salem?
55.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Salem.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Salem?
Unemployment Rate in Salem is 7.0%.