Salem, SC

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Salem Overview

145
TOTAL POPULATION
69
MALE POPULATION
76
FEMALE POPULATION
90.79
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.14
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,185
PER CAPITA INCOME
$72,917
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
51
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
44.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Salem Zip Codes

Salem Area Codes

Race in Salem

The most populous races in Salem are White / Caucasian (139 | 95.9%), Two or more Races (5 | 3.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (2 | 1.4%).
Race in Salem
Race# Population% Population
Asian10.7%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino21.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian13995.9%
Two or more Races53.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total145100.0%

Ancestry in Salem

The most populous ancestries reported in Salem are German (37 | 25.5%), American (24 | 16.6%), Irish (15 | 10.3%), English (8 | 5.5%), and Scottish (7 | 4.8%), together accounting for 62.8% of all Salem residents.
Ancestry in Salem
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2416.6%
Blackfeet10.7%
Cherokee21.4%
Dutch42.8%
English85.5%
European21.4%
French64.1%
German3725.5%
Irish1510.3%
Italian42.8%
Polish10.7%
Portuguese42.8%
Scotch-Irish21.4%
Scottish74.8%
South American21.4%
Thai10.7%
Uruguayan21.4%
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Immigrants in Salem

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Salem came from Latin America (2 | 1.4%), South America (2 | 1.4%), and Uruguay (2 | 1.4%), together accounting for 4.1% of all Salem residents.
Immigrants in Salem
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Latin America21.4%
South America21.4%
Uruguay21.4%
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Sex and Age in Salem

Sex and Age in Salem

The most populous age groups in Salem are 45 to 49 Years (10 | 14.5%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (9 | 11.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6 (8.7%)7 (9.2%)
5 to 9 Years3 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years6 (8.7%)7 (9.2%)
15 to 19 Years2 (2.9%)5 (6.6%)
20 to 24 Years1 (1.5%)4 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years5 (7.2%)2 (2.6%)
30 to 34 Years3 (4.3%)2 (2.6%)
35 to 39 Years8 (11.6%)3 (4.0%)
40 to 44 Years3 (4.3%)7 (9.2%)
45 to 49 Years10 (14.5%)3 (4.0%)
50 to 54 Years2 (2.9%)1 (1.3%)
55 to 59 Years7 (10.1%)9 (11.8%)
60 to 64 Years7 (10.1%)7 (9.2%)
65 to 69 Years2 (2.9%)4 (5.3%)
70 to 74 Years4 (5.8%)3 (4.0%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.3%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.6%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (11.8%)
Total69 (100.0%)76 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Salem

Median Family Size in Salem

The median family size in Salem is 3.05 persons per family, with single male/father families (2 | 4.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.5 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (11 | 26.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.00 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Salem
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple28 (68.3%)3.43
Single Male/Father2 (4.9%)3.50
Single Female/Mother11 (26.8%)2.00
Total Families41 (100.0%)3.05

Median Household Size in Salem

The median household size in Salem is 2.74 persons per household, with single male/father households (2 | 3.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.5 persons per household. non-family households (12 | 22.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.50 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Salem
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple28 (52.8%)3.43
Single Male/Father2 (3.8%)4.50
Single Female/Mother11 (20.7%)2.00
Non-family12 (22.6%)1.50
Total Households53 (100.0%)2.74

Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem

Out of a total of 53 households in Salem, 41 (77.4%) are family households, while 12 (22.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 22, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 7.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-7 (13.2%)
2-Person Households22 (41.5%)3 (5.7%)
3-Person Households12 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households4 (7.5%)2 (3.8%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total41 (77.4%)12 (22.6%)

Female Fertility in Salem

Fertility by Age in Salem

Average fertility rate in Salem is 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 250.0 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 years2 (100.0%)250.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total2 (100.0%)74.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salem

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salem
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)

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 Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree2 (100.0%)333.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total2 (100.0%)74.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salem

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%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)

Income in Salem

Income Overview in Salem

Per Capita Income in Salem is $25,185, while median incomes of families and households are $72,917 and $61,250 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income145$25,185
Median Family Income41$72,917
Mean Family Income41$75,168
Median Household Income53$61,250
Mean Household Income53$70,342
Income Deficit41$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1450.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)145100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1450.40

Earnings by Sex in Salem

Earnings by Sex in Salem
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male32 (53.3%)$0
Female28 (46.7%)$22,500
Total60 (100.0%)$32,917

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem

The most common earnings brackets in Salem are $12,500 to $14,999 for men (10 | 31.2%) and $2,499 or less for women (5 | 17.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)5 (17.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4991 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4992 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99910 (31.2%)3 (10.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)1 (3.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)5 (17.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)1 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $29,9991 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9991 (3.1%)5 (17.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9992 (6.2%)1 (3.6%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)2 (7.1%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)1 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9991 (3.1%)2 (7.1%)
$65,000 to $74,9999 (28.1%)2 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+3 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$71,071$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Salem

Family Income Brackets in Salem

According to the Salem family income data, there are 11 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Salem
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00024.9%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991024.4%
$25,000 to $34,99912.4%
$35,000 to $49,99924.9%
$50,000 to $74,999819.5%
$75,000 to $99,99937.3%
$100,000 to $149,9991126.8%
$150,000 to $199,99949.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem

3-person families (14 | 34.2%) account for the highest median family income in Salem with $105,714 per family, while 3-person families (14 | 34.2%) have the highest median income of $35,238 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families22 (53.7%)$0
3-Person Families14 (34.2%)$105,714
4-Person Families2 (4.9%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (7.3%)$0
Total41 (100.0%)$72,917

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners20 (48.8%)$0
1 Earner7 (17.1%)$0
2 Earners5 (12.2%)$141,250
3+ Earners9 (22.0%)$106,250
Total41 (100.0%)$72,917

Household Income in Salem

Household Income Brackets in Salem

With 12 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Salem, accounting for 22.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Salem
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00047.5%
$10,000 to $14,99911.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991018.9%
$25,000 to $34,99923.8%
$35,000 to $49,99935.7%
$50,000 to $74,9991222.6%
$75,000 to $99,99959.4%
$100,000 to $149,9991222.6%
$150,000 to $199,99947.5%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Salem

The median household income in Salem is $61,250, with the highest median household income of $78,125 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 13 households (24.5%) 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 Years13 (24.5%)$78,125
45 to 64 Years23 (43.4%)$74,583
65+ Years17 (32.1%)$21,528
Total53 (100.0%)$61,250

Poverty in Salem

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem

With 4.3% poverty level for males and 8.1% for females among the residents of Salem, 55 to 64 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (21.4%) and 1 females (25.0%) 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%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)1 (16.7%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)1 (25.0%)
55 to 64 Years3 (21.4%)2 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (16.7%)
Total3 (4.3%)6 (8.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem

According to the poverty statistics in Salem, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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 Years6 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years6 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years3 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years2 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years1 (100.0%)5 (83.3%)
25 to 34 Years8 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years11 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years12 (100.0%)3 (75.0%)
55 to 64 Years11 (78.6%)14 (87.5%)
65 to 74 Years6 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (83.3%)
Total66 (95.7%)68 (91.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salem

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Salem show that 7.1% or 2 of the total 28 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 9.1%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 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 Children20 (90.9%)2 (9.1%)
1 or 2 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (92.9%)2 (7.1%)

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 Children2 (9.1%)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%)
Total2 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Salem

Employment by Class of Employer in Salem

Among the 50 employed individuals in Salem, private company employees (40 | 80.0%), local government employees (4 | 8.0%), and self-employed (incorporated) (2 | 4.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Salem
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees4080.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)24.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)24.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations24.0%
Local Government Employees48.0%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total50100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Salem

Employment Status by Age in Salem
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years2 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years3 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years16 (76.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years9 (56.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years8 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total51 (44.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma25 (75.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree12 (46.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher5 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total45 (57.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Salem

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Salem are Management (8 | 15.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (7 | 13.7%), Architecture & Engineering (7 | 13.7%), Community & Social Service (3 | 5.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (2 | 3.9%).
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 (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Management8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)16 (80.0%)4 (20.0%)
Total (Overall)30 (58.8%)21 (41.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Salem are Cleaning & Maintenance (3 | 5.9%), Healthcare Support (1 | 2.0%), Security & Protection (1 | 2.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (1 | 2.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (1 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Salem

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Salem, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (33.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Security & Protection (100.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)30 (58.8%)21 (41.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Salem are Office & Administration (4 | 7.8%), and Sales & Related (3 | 5.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Salem

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Office & Administration2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Total (Category)2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
Total (Overall)30 (58.8%)21 (41.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Salem are Construction & Extraction (6 | 11.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2 | 3.9%).
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 & Extraction4 (66.7%)2 (33.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)6 (75.0%)2 (25.0%)
Total (Overall)30 (58.8%)21 (41.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Salem are Material Moving (5 | 9.8%), Production (4 | 7.8%), and Transportation (1 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Salem

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Production3 (75.0%)1 (25.0%)
Transportation1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total (Category)4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Total (Overall)30 (58.8%)21 (41.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Salem

Employment Industries in Salem

The major employment industries in Salem include Construction (12 | 23.5%), Manufacturing (12 | 23.5%), Retail Trade (7 | 13.7%), Administrative & Support (5 | 9.8%), and Educational Services (5 | 9.8%).
Employment Industries in Salem

Employment Industries by Sex in Salem

The Salem industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Retail Trade (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Salem
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction10 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
Manufacturing11 (91.7%)1 (8.3%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Educational Services1 (20.0%)4 (80.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Total30 (58.8%)21 (41.2%)

Education in Salem

School Enrollment in Salem

The most common levels of schooling among the 23 students in Salem are middle school (11 | 47.8%), nursery / preschool (5 | 21.7%), and elementary school (5 | 21.7%).
School Enrollment in Salem
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool521.7%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School521.7%
Middle School1147.8%
High School14.3%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional14.3%
Total23100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salem

Out of a total of 23 students who are enrolled in schools in Salem, 8 (34.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 15 (65.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1 (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 Olds0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old2 (66.7%)1 (33.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds11 (84.6%)2 (15.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (65.2%)8 (34.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salem

Education (4 | 44.4%), science & technology (2 | 22.2%), visual & performing arts (2 | 22.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (1 | 11.1%) are the most common fields of study among 9 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 & Agricultural111.1%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology222.2%
Business00.0%
Education444.4%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts222.2%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total9100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Salem

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Salem are males with 5 or more vehicles (14, accounting for 48.3%) and females with 5 or more vehicles (7, making up 66.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles12 (41.4%)7 (33.3%)
3 Vehicles3 (10.3%)7 (33.3%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles14 (48.3%)7 (33.3%)
Total29 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Salem

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Salem are 25 to 29 minutes (13 commuters, 26.5%), 30 to 34 minutes (11 commuters, 22.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (9 commuters, 18.4%).
Commute Time in Salem
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes24.1%
10 to 14 Minutes714.3%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes918.4%
25 to 29 Minutes1326.5%
30 to 34 Minutes1122.5%
35 to 39 Minutes48.2%
40 to 44 Minutes36.1%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Salem

The most common commute times in Salem are 30 to 34 minutes (9 commuters, 31.0%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (6 commuters, 30.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Salem
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes2 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes5 (17.2%)2 (10.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes3 (10.3%)6 (30.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes7 (24.1%)6 (30.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes9 (31.0%)2 (10.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes2 (6.9%)2 (10.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes1 (3.5%)2 (10.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (7, 24.1%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (6, 30.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salem
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)5 (25.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM3 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM2 (6.9%)4 (20.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM6 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1 (3.5%)2 (10.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1 (3.5%)1 (5.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (10.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM3 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM7 (24.1%)6 (30.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Salem

Occupancy by Ownership in Salem

Of the total 53 dwellings in Salem, owner-occupied units account for 49 (92.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 4 (7.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Salem
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4992.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units47.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units53100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Salem

Occupancy by Household Size in Salem
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household713.2%
2-Person Household2547.2%
3-Person Household1222.6%
4+ Person Household917.0%
Total Housing Units53100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household5 (71.4%)2 (28.6%)
2-Person Household25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household7 (77.8%)2 (22.2%)
Total Housing Units49 (92.4%)4 (7.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma19 (95.0%)1 (5.0%)
College/Associate Degree18 (85.7%)3 (14.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years611.3%
35 to 44 Years713.2%
45 to 54 Years1120.7%
55 to 64 Years1222.6%
65 to 74 Years611.3%
75 to 84 Years23.8%
85 Years and Over917.0%
Total53100.0%

Housing Finances in Salem

Median Income by Occupancy in Salem

Median Income by Occupancy in Salem
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied49 (92.4%)$61,250
Renter-Occupied4 (7.5%)$0
Average53 (100.0%)$61,250

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0004 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)1 (25.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9991 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9999 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9991 (2.0%)1 (25.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9993 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99912 (24.5%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (6.1%)2 (50.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99912 (24.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more4 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3004 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49918 (36.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7998 (16.3%)1 (25.0%)
$800 to $9993 (6.1%)1 (25.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49911 (22.5%)2 (50.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9993 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more2 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Salem

Housing Structures in Salem

Housing Structures in Salem
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3769.8%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other1630.2%
Total53100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached36 (97.3%)1 (2.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other13 (81.2%)3 (18.8%)
Total49 (92.4%)4 (7.5%)

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%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms2 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms7 (14.3%)1 (25.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms24 (49.0%)1 (25.0%)
8 or more Rooms16 (32.7%)2 (50.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas7 (14.3%)1 (25.0%)
Electricity33 (67.3%)3 (75.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels9 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Salem

Household Vehicle Usage in Salem
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle9 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle2 (4.1%)2 (50.0%)
2 Vehicles13 (26.5%)2 (50.0%)
3 or more Vehicles25 (51.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Salem

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Salem

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3019
Median Property Value$166,700$137,500
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$392$2
Real Estate Taxes$625$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9992 (6.7%)7 (36.8%)
$100,000 to $299,99926 (86.7%)9 (47.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)1 (5.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)2 (10.5%)
Total30 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99910 (33.3%)2 (10.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9991 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9993 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9997 (23.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)5 (26.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9993 (10.0%)3 (15.8%)
$150,000 or more4 (13.3%)9 (47.4%)
Total30 (100.0%)19 (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 2.0x7 (23.3%)89,375 (470,394.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)12 (63.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x7 (23.3%)2 (10.5%)
4.0x or more14 (46.7%)3 (15.8%)
Total30 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80021 (70.0%)2 (10.5%)
$800 to $1,4992 (6.7%)12 (63.2%)
$800 to $1,4995 (16.7%)4 (21.0%)
Total30 (100.0%)19 (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 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years20 (90.9%)2 (9.1%)
19 to 25 Years5 (83.3%)1 (16.7%)
26 to 34 Years9 (75.0%)3 (25.0%)
35 to 44 Years15 (71.4%)6 (28.6%)
45 to 54 Years13 (81.2%)3 (18.8%)
55 to 64 Years25 (83.3%)5 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total125 (86.2%)20 (13.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen20 (90.9%)2 (9.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen5 (83.3%)1 (16.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00023 (92.0%)2 (8.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9996 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99930 (90.9%)3 (9.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99924 (77.4%)7 (22.6%)
$100,000 and over42 (84.0%)8 (16.0%)

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 613 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years17 (77.3%)3 (13.6%)
19 to 25 Years5 (83.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years3 (25.0%)8 (66.7%)
35 to 44 Years3 (14.3%)12 (57.1%)
45 to 54 Years3 (18.8%)13 (81.2%)
55 to 64 Years8 (26.7%)18 (60.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (100.0%)7 (53.8%)
75 Years and over12 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total77 (53.1%)73 (50.3%)

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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (59.5%)7 (23.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

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 Years4 (10.8%)4 (13.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (42.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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 Years2 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (46.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (10.8%)2 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (14.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (91.7%)

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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (29.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (75.0%)

Technology Access in Salem

Computing Device Access in Salem

Computing Device Access in Salem
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2852.8%
Smartphone3566.0%
Tablet2954.7%
No Computing Device1528.3%
Total53100.0%

Internet Access in Salem

Internet Access in Salem
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home3362.3%
Cellular Data Only47.5%
Satellite Internet35.7%
No Internet1528.3%
Total53100.0%

Salem Summary

Salem, South Carolina is a small town located in the northwestern corner of the state, near the border of North Carolina. It is part of the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson metropolitan area, and is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people, and is known for its rural charm and small-town atmosphere.

Geography

Salem is located in the northwestern corner of South Carolina, near the border of North Carolina. It is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is part of the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson metropolitan area. The town is located in the Piedmont region of the state, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town is situated on the banks of the Broad River, which flows through the town and provides a scenic backdrop.

Economy

The economy of Salem is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town is also home to several wineries, which produce a variety of wines. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, as the town is home to several historic sites, including the Salem Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Salem was 1,500 people. The racial makeup of the town was 94.7% White, 2.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median family income was $45,000.

History

Salem was first settled in the late 1700s by settlers from North Carolina. The town was originally known as Salem Crossroads, and was named after the nearby Salem Presbyterian Church. The town was incorporated in 1891, and was named after the church. The town grew steadily throughout the 19th century, and by the early 20th century, it had become a thriving agricultural center. The town was also home to several mills, which produced a variety of goods, including textiles and furniture.
In the late 20th century, Salem began to experience a decline in population, as many of its residents moved away in search of better economic opportunities. However, in recent years, the town has seen a resurgence in population, as many people have moved back to the area in search of a more rural lifestyle. Today, Salem is a thriving small town, with a strong sense of community and a vibrant economy.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Salem?
Total Population of Salem is 145.
What is the Total Male Population of Salem?
Total Male Population of Salem is 69.
What is the Total Female Population of Salem?
Total Female Population of Salem is 76.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Salem?
There are 90.79 Males per 100 Females in Salem.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Salem?
There are 110.14 Females per 100 Males in Salem.
What is the Median Population Age in Salem?
Median Population Age in Salem is 44.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Salem
Average Family Size in Salem is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Salem
Average Household Size in Salem is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Salem?
Per Capita income in Salem is $25,185.
What is the Median Family Income in Salem?
Median Family Income in Salem is $72,917.
What is the Median Household income in Salem?
Median Household Income in Salem is $61,250.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Salem?
Inequality or Gini Index in Salem is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Salem?
There are 51 People in the Labor Forcein in Salem.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Salem?
44.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Salem.