Salem, NC

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Salem Overview

1,634
TOTAL POPULATION
740
MALE POPULATION
894
FEMALE POPULATION
82.77
MALES / 100 FEMALES
120.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,415
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,261
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,156
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
16.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
83.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
771
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Salem

The most populous races in Salem are White / Caucasian (1,316 | 80.5%), Hispanic or Latino (256 | 15.7%), and Some other Race (206 | 12.6%).
Race in Salem
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific352.1%
Hispanic or Latino25615.7%
Native / Alaskan80.5%
White / Caucasian1,31680.5%
Two or more Races694.2%
Some other Race20612.6%
Total1,634100.0%

Ancestry in Salem

The most populous ancestries reported in Salem are American (437 | 26.7%), German (250 | 15.3%), English (246 | 15.1%), Irish (145 | 8.9%), and Central American (95 | 5.8%), together accounting for 71.8% of all Salem residents.
Ancestry in Salem
Ancestry# Population% Population
American43726.7%
Arab60.4%
Barbadian352.1%
Canadian100.6%
Central American955.8%
Central American Indian80.5%
Cherokee503.1%
Dutch80.5%
English24615.1%
European392.4%
French60.4%
German25015.3%
Guatemalan955.8%
Irish1458.9%
Lebanese60.4%
Mexican533.2%
Native Hawaiian352.1%
Scotch-Irish452.8%
Scottish654.0%
Swedish140.9%
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Immigrants in Salem

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Salem came from Central America (81 | 5.0%), Latin America (81 | 5.0%), Guatemala (70 | 4.3%), Mexico (11 | 0.7%), and England (9 | 0.5%), together accounting for 15.4% of all Salem residents.
Immigrants in Salem
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America815.0%
England90.5%
Europe90.5%
Guatemala704.3%
Latin America815.0%
Mexico110.7%
Northern Europe90.5%
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Sex and Age in Salem

Sex and Age in Salem

The most populous age groups in Salem are 35 to 39 Years (134 | 18.1%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (120 | 13.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (4.7%)85 (9.5%)
5 to 9 Years30 (4.1%)12 (1.3%)
10 to 14 Years39 (5.3%)24 (2.7%)
15 to 19 Years31 (4.2%)63 (7.0%)
20 to 24 Years30 (4.1%)24 (2.7%)
25 to 29 Years45 (6.1%)59 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Years37 (5.0%)120 (13.4%)
35 to 39 Years134 (18.1%)53 (5.9%)
40 to 44 Years28 (3.8%)10 (1.1%)
45 to 49 Years9 (1.2%)46 (5.1%)
50 to 54 Years41 (5.5%)65 (7.3%)
55 to 59 Years58 (7.8%)21 (2.4%)
60 to 64 Years34 (4.6%)30 (3.4%)
65 to 69 Years52 (7.0%)85 (9.5%)
70 to 74 Years51 (6.9%)74 (8.3%)
75 to 79 Years43 (5.8%)48 (5.4%)
80 to 84 Years22 (3.0%)51 (5.7%)
85 Years and over21 (2.8%)24 (2.7%)
Total740 (100.0%)894 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Salem

Median Family Size in Salem

The median family size in Salem is 3.08 persons per family, with married-couple families (290 | 76.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.31 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (39 | 10.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.92 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Salem
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple290 (76.5%)3.31
Single Male/Father39 (10.3%)1.92
Single Female/Mother50 (13.2%)2.70
Total Families379 (100.0%)3.08

Median Household Size in Salem

The median household size in Salem is 2.27 persons per household, with married-couple households (290 | 40.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.31 persons per household. non-family households (341 | 47.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Salem
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple290 (40.3%)3.31
Single Male/Father39 (5.4%)2.64
Single Female/Mother50 (6.9%)2.70
Non-family341 (47.4%)1.28
Total Households720 (100.0%)2.27

Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem

Out of a total of 720 households in Salem, 379 (52.6%) are family households, while 341 (47.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 170, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 267.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-267 (37.1%)
2-Person Households170 (23.6%)66 (9.2%)
3-Person Households120 (16.7%)8 (1.1%)
4-Person Households52 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households22 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households15 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total379 (52.6%)341 (47.4%)

Female Fertility in Salem

Fertility by Age in Salem

Average fertility rate in Salem is 121.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 251.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Salem
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years51 (100.0%)251.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total51 (100.0%)121.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salem

23.5% of women with births (51) in Salem are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 76.5% 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 76.5% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salem
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years12 (23.5%)39 (76.5%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (23.5%)39 (76.5%)

Fertility by Education in Salem

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma11 (21.6%)175.0
College or Associate's Degree28 (54.9%)162.0
Bachelor's Degree12 (23.5%)176.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total51 (100.0%)121.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salem

76.5% of women with births in Salem are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salem
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (23.5%)39 (76.5%)

Income in Salem

Income Overview in Salem

Per Capita Income in Salem is $26,415, while median incomes of families and households are $74,261 and $55,156 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,634$26,415
Median Family Income379$74,261
Mean Family Income379$77,068
Median Household Income720$55,156
Mean Household Income720$57,392
Income Deficit379$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,63416.18%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,63483.82¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,6340.37

Earnings by Sex in Salem

Average Earnings in Salem are $37,898, $41,154 for men and $34,494 for women, a difference of 16.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Salem
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male346 (45.4%)$41,154
Female417 (54.6%)$34,494
Total763 (100.0%)$37,898

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem

The most common earnings brackets in Salem are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (82 | 23.7%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (96 | 23.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less17 (4.9%)55 (13.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49926 (7.5%)33 (7.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)10 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)9 (2.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)10 (2.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9998 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49924 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99911 (3.2%)58 (13.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99911 (3.2%)42 (10.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99955 (15.9%)96 (23.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99926 (7.5%)42 (10.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99982 (23.7%)18 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9997 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)44 (10.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99946 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99924 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total346 (100.0%)417 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem

Average earnings in Salem are $41,202 for men and $37,574 for women, a difference of 8.8%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $45,893, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,573. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $39,549, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $34,044.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$45,573$34,063
College or Associate's Degree$45,893$34,044
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$41,202$37,574

Family Income in Salem

Family Income Brackets in Salem

According to the Salem family income data, there are 130 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Salem
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99961.6%
$15,000 to $24,999225.8%
$25,000 to $34,99992.4%
$35,000 to $49,999297.7%
$50,000 to $74,99913034.3%
$75,000 to $99,9997219.0%
$100,000 to $149,99911129.3%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem

5-person families (22 | 5.8%) account for the highest median family income in Salem with $93,750 per family, while 2-person families (197 | 52.0%) have the highest median income of $33,282 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families197 (52.0%)$66,563
3-Person Families93 (24.5%)$89,926
4-Person Families52 (13.7%)$87,143
5-Person Families22 (5.8%)$93,750
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families15 (4.0%)$0
Total379 (100.0%)$74,261

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners64 (16.9%)$51,818
1 Earner133 (35.1%)$66,285
2 Earners166 (43.8%)$103,100
3+ Earners16 (4.2%)$0
Total379 (100.0%)$74,261

Household Income in Salem

Household Income Brackets in Salem

With 190 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Salem, accounting for 26.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Salem
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000577.9%
$10,000 to $14,9997911.0%
$15,000 to $24,999648.9%
$25,000 to $34,999375.1%
$35,000 to $49,9997610.6%
$50,000 to $74,99919026.4%
$75,000 to $99,9997911.0%
$100,000 to $149,99913819.2%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Salem

The median household income in Salem is $55,156, with the highest median household income of $68,587 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 186 households (25.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Salem
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years224 (31.1%)$0
45 to 64 Years186 (25.8%)$68,587
65+ Years310 (43.1%)$53,295
Total720 (100.0%)$55,156

Poverty in Salem

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem

With 21.1% poverty level for males and 18.9% for females among the residents of Salem, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 26 males (61.9%) and 20 females (45.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)9 (10.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years26 (61.9%)5 (20.8%)
12 to 14 Years10 (37.0%)5 (41.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)20 (45.5%)
25 to 34 Years28 (34.2%)69 (38.6%)
35 to 44 Years66 (40.7%)5 (7.9%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)46 (41.4%)
55 to 64 Years26 (28.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (6.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total156 (21.1%)169 (18.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem

According to the poverty statistics in Salem, males aged under 5 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 Years35 (100.0%)76 (89.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years16 (38.1%)19 (79.2%)
12 to 14 Years17 (63.0%)7 (58.3%)
15 Years13 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years41 (100.0%)24 (54.5%)
25 to 34 Years54 (65.8%)110 (61.5%)
35 to 44 Years96 (59.3%)58 (92.1%)
45 to 54 Years50 (100.0%)65 (58.6%)
55 to 64 Years66 (71.7%)51 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years103 (100.0%)149 (93.7%)
75 Years and over86 (100.0%)123 (100.0%)
Total584 (78.9%)725 (81.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salem

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Salem show that 7.2% or 21 of the total 290 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salem
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children164 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children105 (94.6%)6 (5.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total269 (92.8%)21 (7.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salem

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%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salem
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children6 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Salem

Employment by Class of Employer in Salem

Among the 691 employed individuals in Salem, private company employees (416 | 60.2%), local government employees (98 | 14.2%), and state government employees (82 | 11.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Salem
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees41660.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)91.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)152.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations618.8%
Local Government Employees9814.2%
State Government Employees8211.9%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers101.5%
Total691100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Salem

According to the labor force statistics for Salem, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,353), 57.0% or 771 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 45 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 104 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 42.4% or 36 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Salem
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years31 (81.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years44 (81.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years85 (54.1%)36 (42.4%)
35 to 44 Years174 (77.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years140 (87.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years53 (67.1%)9 (17.0%)
60 to 64 Years34 (53.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years98 (37.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total771 (57.0%)45 (5.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem

According to labor force statistics for Salem, 74.7% of individuals (590) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (790) are in the labor force, with 7.6% or 45 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 93.0% or 147 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 63.2% or 36 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School57 (54.3%)66 (63.2%)
High School Diploma147 (93.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree307 (72.6%)12 (2.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher79 (76.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total590 (74.7%)60 (7.6%)

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 (75 | 10.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (68 | 9.4%), Management (57 | 7.9%), Education Instruction & Library (52 | 7.2%), and Health Technologists (34 | 4.7%).
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 Management (56.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (47.6%), and Architecture & Engineering (47.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Management32 (56.1%)25 (43.9%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science10 (47.6%)11 (52.4%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering10 (47.6%)11 (52.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)75 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating7 (10.3%)61 (89.7%)
Health Technologists7 (20.6%)27 (79.4%)
Total (Category)49 (22.2%)172 (77.8%)
Total (Overall)319 (43.9%)407 (56.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Salem are Security & Protection (57 | 7.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (43 | 5.9%), Law Enforcement (36 | 5.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (21 | 2.9%), and Healthcare Support (11 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Salem

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Salem, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Security & Protection (78.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (57.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Security & Protection45 (78.9%)12 (21.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention9 (42.9%)12 (57.1%)
Law Enforcement36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)88 (73.3%)32 (26.7%)
Total (Overall)319 (43.9%)407 (56.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Salem are Office & Administration (122 | 16.8%), and Sales & Related (80 | 11.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Salem

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related50 (62.5%)30 (37.5%)
Office & Administration11 (9.0%)111 (91.0%)
Total (Category)61 (30.2%)141 (69.8%)
Total (Overall)319 (43.9%)407 (56.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Salem are Construction & Extraction (21 | 2.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (8 | 1.1%).
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 & Extraction21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)319 (43.9%)407 (56.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Salem are Material Moving (76 | 10.5%), Production (68 | 9.4%), and Transportation (10 | 1.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Salem

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Production40 (58.8%)28 (41.2%)
Transportation10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving42 (55.3%)34 (44.7%)
Total (Category)92 (59.7%)62 (40.3%)
Total (Overall)319 (43.9%)407 (56.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Salem

Employment Industries in Salem

The major employment industries in Salem include Manufacturing (182 | 25.1%), Retail Trade (105 | 14.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (96 | 13.2%), Educational Services (83 | 11.4%), and Public Administration (80 | 11.0%).
Employment Industries in Salem

Employment Industries by Sex in Salem

The Salem industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Manufacturing (75.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (92.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Salem
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing137 (75.3%)45 (24.7%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade43 (40.9%)62 (59.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support15 (30.0%)35 (70.0%)
Educational Services30 (36.1%)53 (63.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance7 (7.3%)89 (92.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services17 (65.4%)9 (34.6%)
Public Administration45 (56.2%)35 (43.8%)
Total319 (43.9%)407 (56.1%)

Education in Salem

School Enrollment in Salem

The most common levels of schooling among the 331 students in Salem are high school (79 | 23.9%), college / undergraduate (59 | 17.8%), and middle school (57 | 17.2%).
School Enrollment in Salem
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool92.7%
Kindergarten5316.0%
Elementary School247.2%
Middle School5717.2%
High School7923.9%
College / Undergraduate5917.8%
Graduate / Professional5015.1%
Total331100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salem

Out of a total of 331 students who are enrolled in schools in Salem, 34 (10.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 297 (89.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 10 (50.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 40 (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 Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds10 (50.0%)10 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over54 (69.2%)24 (30.8%)
Total297 (89.7%)34 (10.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salem

Education (60 | 31.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (26 | 13.5%), visual & performing arts (25 | 13.0%), computers & mathematics (22 | 11.4%), and science & technology (19 | 9.8%) are the most common fields of study among 193 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 & Mathematics2211.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2613.5%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences147.2%
Engineering94.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology199.8%
Business00.0%
Education6031.1%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History115.7%
Visual & Performing Arts2513.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities73.6%
Total193100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Salem

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Salem are males with 2 vehicles (117, accounting for 36.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (109, making up 31.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)10 (2.7%)
1 Vehicle26 (8.2%)55 (14.8%)
2 Vehicles117 (36.7%)109 (29.3%)
3 Vehicles113 (35.4%)154 (41.4%)
4 Vehicles44 (13.8%)11 (3.0%)
5 or more Vehicles19 (6.0%)33 (8.9%)
Total319 (100.0%)372 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Salem

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Salem are 10 to 14 minutes (199 commuters, 29.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (153 commuters, 22.5%), and 5 to 9 minutes (87 commuters, 12.8%).
Commute Time in Salem
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes111.6%
5 to 9 Minutes8712.8%
10 to 14 Minutes19929.3%
15 to 19 Minutes15322.5%
20 to 24 Minutes679.9%
25 to 29 Minutes6910.2%
30 to 34 Minutes426.2%
35 to 39 Minutes233.4%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes294.3%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Salem

The most common commute times in Salem are 15 to 19 minutes (94 commuters, 29.5%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (107 commuters, 29.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Salem
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (3.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes49 (15.4%)38 (10.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes92 (28.8%)107 (29.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes94 (29.5%)59 (16.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes9 (2.8%)58 (16.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes27 (8.5%)42 (11.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes30 (9.4%)12 (3.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)23 (6.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes18 (5.6%)11 (3.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salem

The most frequent times of departure to work in Salem are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (76, 23.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (96, 26.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salem
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM10 (3.1%)24 (6.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)19 (5.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM19 (6.0%)28 (7.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM26 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM56 (17.5%)46 (12.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM76 (23.8%)7 (1.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM20 (6.3%)96 (26.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)23 (6.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM30 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM11 (3.5%)44 (12.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)10 (2.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM8 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM36 (11.3%)30 (8.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM27 (8.5%)34 (9.4%)
Total319 (100.0%)361 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Salem

Occupancy by Ownership in Salem

Of the total 720 dwellings in Salem, owner-occupied units account for 555 (77.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 165 (22.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Salem
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units55577.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units16522.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units720100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Salem

Occupancy by Household Size in Salem
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household26737.1%
2-Person Household23632.8%
3-Person Household12817.8%
4+ Person Household8912.4%
Total Housing Units720100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household199 (74.5%)68 (25.5%)
2-Person Household191 (80.9%)45 (19.1%)
3-Person Household101 (78.9%)27 (21.1%)
4+ Person Household64 (71.9%)25 (28.1%)
Total Housing Units555 (77.1%)165 (22.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma90 (73.8%)32 (26.2%)
College/Associate Degree324 (75.0%)108 (25.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher79 (76.0%)25 (24.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8611.9%
35 to 44 Years13819.2%
45 to 54 Years10815.0%
55 to 64 Years7810.8%
65 to 74 Years16823.3%
75 to 84 Years12617.5%
85 Years and Over162.2%
Total720100.0%

Housing Finances in Salem

Median Income by Occupancy in Salem

Median Income by Occupancy in Salem
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied555 (77.1%)$56,680
Renter-Occupied165 (22.9%)$0
Average720 (100.0%)$55,156

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00047 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)10 (6.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9996 (1.1%)73 (44.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99930 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99927 (4.9%)7 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99937 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99964 (11.5%)12 (7.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999179 (32.3%)11 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99979 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99986 (15.5%)52 (31.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total555 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300140 (25.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499115 (20.7%)32 (19.4%)
$500 to $79956 (10.1%)50 (30.3%)
$800 to $999110 (19.8%)46 (27.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49960 (10.8%)27 (16.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99920 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49954 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total555 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Salem

Housing Structures in Salem

Housing Structures in Salem
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached58981.8%
Single Unit, Attached101.4%
2 Unit Apartments101.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments354.9%
Mobile Home / Other7610.6%
Total720100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached507 (86.1%)82 (13.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other48 (63.2%)28 (36.8%)
Total555 (77.1%)165 (22.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salem

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salem
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room8 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)35 (21.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms235 (42.3%)92 (55.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms275 (49.5%)38 (23.0%)
8 or more Rooms37 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total555 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas117 (21.1%)21 (12.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas13 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity371 (66.8%)144 (87.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene45 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels9 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total555 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Salem

Household Vehicle Usage in Salem
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)10 (6.1%)
1 Vehicle202 (36.4%)74 (44.9%)
2 Vehicles162 (29.2%)37 (22.4%)
3 or more Vehicles191 (34.4%)44 (26.7%)
Total555 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Salem

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Salem

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units288267
Median Property Value$133,500$147,800
Median Household Income$52,841$0
Monthly Housing Costs$305$0
Real Estate Taxes$889$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00034 (11.8%)9 (3.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99967 (23.3%)43 (16.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999181 (62.8%)176 (65.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)39 (14.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9996 (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%)
Total288 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99954 (18.8%)35 (13.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (5.9%)9 (3.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99935 (12.1%)20 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999110 (38.2%)29 (10.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (6.2%)69 (25.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99942 (14.6%)61 (22.9%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)44 (16.5%)
Total288 (100.0%)267 (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 2.0x87 (30.2%)63,828 (23,905.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x68 (23.6%)91 (34.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x56 (19.4%)66 (24.7%)
4.0x or more77 (26.7%)36 (13.5%)
Total288 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800105 (36.5%)35 (13.1%)
$800 to $1,499150 (52.1%)68 (25.5%)
$800 to $1,49927 (9.4%)144 (53.9%)
Total288 (100.0%)267 (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 Years120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years182 (96.3%)7 (3.7%)
19 to 25 Years64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years192 (73.6%)69 (26.4%)
35 to 44 Years163 (72.4%)62 (27.6%)
45 to 54 Years141 (87.6%)20 (12.4%)
55 to 64 Years131 (91.6%)12 (8.4%)
65 to 74 Years262 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older209 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,464 (89.6%)170 (10.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen182 (96.3%)7 (3.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000264 (71.2%)107 (28.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999150 (93.2%)11 (6.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999421 (97.9%)9 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999262 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over367 (89.5%)43 (10.5%)

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 617 (14.2%)103 (85.8%)
6 to 18 Years115 (60.9%)67 (35.4%)
19 to 25 Years30 (46.9%)34 (53.1%)
25 to 34 Years39 (14.9%)153 (58.6%)
35 to 44 Years50 (22.2%)113 (50.2%)
45 to 54 Years35 (21.7%)106 (65.8%)
55 to 64 Years32 (22.4%)107 (74.8%)
65 to 74 Years251 (95.8%)174 (66.4%)
75 Years and over209 (100.0%)134 (64.1%)
Total778 (47.6%)991 (60.7%)

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 Years10 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years28 (22.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years53 (17.4%)67 (29.8%)
65 to 74 Years6 (5.8%)7 (4.4%)
75 Years and over29 (33.7%)57 (46.3%)

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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (17.4%)7 (5.7%)

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%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years33 (10.9%)24 (10.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years14 (4.6%)35 (15.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over21 (24.4%)50 (40.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years28 (22.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years34 (11.2%)43 (19.1%)
65 to 74 Years6 (5.8%)7 (4.4%)
75 Years and over21 (24.4%)46 (37.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years14 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over14 (16.3%)39 (31.7%)

Technology Access in Salem

Computing Device Access in Salem

Computing Device Access in Salem
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop50369.9%
Smartphone55677.2%
Tablet41557.6%
No Computing Device12917.9%
Total720100.0%

Internet Access in Salem

Internet Access in Salem
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home47566.0%
Cellular Data Only9312.9%
Satellite Internet7610.6%
No Internet13018.1%
Total720100.0%

Salem Summary

Salem, North Carolina is a city located in Forsyth County, in the state of North Carolina. It is part of the Winston-Salem, North Carolina Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of approximately 25,000 people, and is located in the heart of the Piedmont Triad region.

History

Salem was founded in 1766 by a group of Moravian settlers from Pennsylvania. The settlers were led by Bishop August Gottlieb Spangenberg, and the town was named after the biblical city of Salem. The settlers were part of the Moravian Church, a Protestant denomination that was founded in the 15th century in what is now the Czech Republic. The Moravians were known for their strong religious beliefs and their commitment to education and social justice.
The town of Salem was laid out in a grid pattern, with a central square surrounded by streets and alleys. The town was divided into two sections, the “Germantown” and the “Englishtown”. The Germantown section was home to the Moravian settlers, while the Englishtown section was home to the English settlers.
The town of Salem quickly grew and prospered, and by the early 19th century it was a thriving commercial center. The town was home to a variety of businesses, including a tannery, a brewery, a gristmill, and a cotton mill. The town also had a variety of churches, including the Moravian Church, the Methodist Church, and the Baptist Church.
In 1849, the town of Salem was incorporated as a city. The city continued to grow and prosper, and by the late 19th century it was a major industrial center. The city was home to a variety of factories, including a cotton mill, a tobacco factory, and a furniture factory.

Geography

Salem is located in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The city is situated on the banks of the Yadkin River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The city has a total area of 8.3 square miles, and is located approximately 30 miles north of Winston-Salem.
The climate in Salem is mild and humid, with hot summers and cool winters. The average annual temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 45 inches.

Economy

The economy of Salem is largely based on manufacturing and services. The city is home to a variety of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a textile mill, and a printing company. The city is also home to a variety of service-based businesses, including restaurants, hotels, and retail stores.
The city is also home to a variety of educational institutions, including Salem College, Forsyth Technical Community College, and Winston-Salem State University.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Salem was 24,802. The racial makeup of the city was 79.3% White, 15.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.8% from other races. The median household income was $41,945, and the median family income was $50,945.
The city is home to a variety of religious denominations, including the Moravian Church, the Methodist Church, the Baptist Church, and the Roman Catholic Church. The city is also home to a variety of cultural and recreational activities, including the Salem Museum, the Salem Civic Center, and the Salem Little Theatre.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Salem?
Total Population of Salem is 1,634.
What is the Total Male Population of Salem?
Total Male Population of Salem is 740.
What is the Total Female Population of Salem?
Total Female Population of Salem is 894.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Salem?
There are 82.77 Males per 100 Females in Salem.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Salem?
There are 120.81 Females per 100 Males in Salem.
What is the Median Population Age in Salem?
Median Population Age in Salem is 40.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Salem
Average Family Size in Salem is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Salem
Average Household Size in Salem is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Salem?
Per Capita income in Salem is $26,415.
What is the Median Family Income in Salem?
Median Family Income in Salem is $74,261.
What is the Median Household income in Salem?
Median Household Income in Salem is $55,156.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Salem?
Income or Wage Gap in Salem is 16.2%.
Women in Salem earn 83.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Salem?
Inequality or Gini Index in Salem is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Salem?
There are 771 People in the Labor Forcein in Salem.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Salem?
57.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Salem.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Salem?
Unemployment Rate in Salem is 5.8%.