Salem, KY
Salem Map
Salem Overview
681
TOTAL POPULATION
322
MALE POPULATION
359
FEMALE POPULATION
89.69
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.49
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,084
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$38,409
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$5,483
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
232
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
39.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Salem Zip Codes
Salem Area Codes
Race in Salem
The most populous races in Salem are White / Caucasian (616 | 90.5%), Hispanic or Latino (52 | 7.6%), and Black / African American (38 | 5.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 5 | 0.7% |
| Black / African American | 38 | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 52 | 7.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 616 | 90.5% |
| Two or more Races | 22 | 3.2% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 681 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Salem
The most populous ancestries reported in Salem are American (114 | 16.7%), English (78 | 11.5%), German (60 | 8.8%), Irish (56 | 8.2%), and Mexican (52 | 7.6%), together accounting for 52.9% of all Salem residents.
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| American | 114 | 16.7% |
| British | 2 | 0.3% |
| Cherokee | 3 | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 5 | 0.7% |
| English | 78 | 11.5% |
| European | 34 | 5.0% |
| French | 3 | 0.4% |
| German | 60 | 8.8% |
| Irish | 56 | 8.2% |
| Mexican | 52 | 7.6% |
| Nigerian | 1 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 1 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 11 | 1.6% |
| Sioux | 3 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 1 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 7 | 1.0% | View All 16 Rows |
Sex and Age in Salem
Sex and Age in Salem
The most populous age groups in Salem are Under 5 Years (45 | 14.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (40 | 11.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 45 (14.0%) | 14 (3.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (3.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 22 (6.8%) | 5 (1.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 12 (3.7%) | 19 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 26 (8.1%) | 14 (3.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 13 (4.0%) | 12 (3.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 12 (3.7%) | 34 (9.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 20 (6.2%) | 16 (4.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 24 (7.4%) | 7 (1.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 7 (2.2%) | 18 (5.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 30 (9.3%) | 24 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 22 (6.8%) | 20 (5.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 15 (4.7%) | 40 (11.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 19 (5.9%) | 29 (8.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 13 (4.0%) | 30 (8.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 19 (5.9%) | 31 (8.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 11 (3.4%) | 18 (5.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 12 (3.7%) | 17 (4.7%) |
| Total | 322 (100.0%) | 359 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Salem
Median Family Size in Salem
The median family size in Salem is 3.29 persons per family, with single female/mother families (38 | 24.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.32 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (2 | 1.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.50 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 116 (74.4%) | 2.97 |
| Single Male/Father | 2 (1.3%) | 2.50 |
| Single Female/Mother | 38 (24.4%) | 4.32 |
| Total Families | 156 (100.0%) | 3.29 |
Median Household Size in Salem
The median household size in Salem is 2.49 persons per household, with single female/mother households (38 | 15.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.55 persons per household. non-family households (98 | 38.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 116 (45.7%) | 3.01 |
| Single Male/Father | 2 (0.8%) | 3.00 |
| Single Female/Mother | 38 (15.0%) | 4.55 |
| Non-family | 98 (38.6%) | 1.06 |
| Total Households | 254 (100.0%) | 2.49 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem
Out of a total of 254 households in Salem, 156 (61.4%) are family households, while 98 (38.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 83, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 91.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 91 (35.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 83 (32.7%) | 7 (2.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 41 (16.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 21 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 3 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 8 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 156 (61.4%) | 98 (38.6%) |
Female Fertility in Salem
Fertility by Age in Salem
Average fertility rate in Salem is 8.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 1 (100.0%) | 17.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 1 (100.0%) | 8.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salem
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Salem
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 1 (100.0%) | 17.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 1 (100.0%) | 8.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salem
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
Income in Salem
Income Overview in Salem
Per Capita Income in Salem is $23,084, while median incomes of families and households are $53,500 and $38,409 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 681 | $23,084 |
| Median Family Income | 156 | $53,500 |
| Mean Family Income | 156 | $75,672 |
| Median Household Income | 254 | $38,409 |
| Mean Household Income | 254 | $56,711 |
| Income Deficit | 156 | $5,483 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 681 | 18.07% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 681 | 81.93¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 681 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Salem
Average Earnings in Salem are $27,917, $29,750 for men and $24,375 for women, a difference of 18.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 129 (51.8%) | $29,750 |
| Female | 120 (48.2%) | $24,375 |
| Total | 249 (100.0%) | $27,917 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem
The most common earnings brackets in Salem are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (15 | 11.6%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (14 | 11.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 11 (8.5%) | 12 (10.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (3.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 6 (4.6%) | 14 (11.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (3.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 2 (1.5%) | 10 (8.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 14 (10.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 3 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 8 (6.2%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 6 (4.6%) | 10 (8.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (3.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 15 (11.6%) | 6 (5.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 2 (1.5%) | 13 (10.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 8 (6.2%) | 9 (7.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 4 (3.1%) | 9 (7.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 8 (6.2%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 7 (5.4%) | 2 (1.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 3 (2.3%) | 7 (5.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 3 (2.3%) | 7 (5.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15 (11.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 14 (10.8%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| Total | 129 (100.0%) | 120 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $54,643 | $28,750 |
| College or Associate's Degree | - | - |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | $26,458 | $0 |
| Total | - | - |
Family Income in Salem
Family Income Brackets in Salem
According to the Salem family income data, there are 32 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 3 | 1.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2 | 1.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 24 | 15.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 15 | 9.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 32 | 20.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18 | 11.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 25 | 16.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 27 | 17.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3 | 1.9% |
| $200,000+ | 7 | 4.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem
4-person families (19 | 12.2%) account for the highest median family income in Salem with $96,607 per family, while 4-person families (19 | 12.2%) have the highest median income of $24,152 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 87 (55.8%) | $43,625 |
| 3-Person Families | 40 (25.6%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 19 (12.2%) | $96,607 |
| 5-Person Families | 5 (3.2%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 5 (3.2%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 156 (100.0%) | $53,500 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 41 (26.3%) | $36,875 |
| 1 Earner | 54 (34.6%) | $42,500 |
| 2 Earners | 58 (37.2%) | $95,357 |
| 3+ Earners | 3 (1.9%) | $0 |
| Total | 156 (100.0%) | $53,500 |
Household Income in Salem
Household Income Brackets in Salem
With 41 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Salem, accounting for 16.1% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (1.2%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 21 | 8.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 20 | 7.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 41 | 16.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 38 | 15.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 40 | 15.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 29 | 11.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 28 | 11.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 27 | 10.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3 | 1.2% |
| $200,000+ | 7 | 2.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Salem
The median household income in Salem is $38,409, with the highest median household income of $95,536 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 47 households (18.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,083, with 106 households (41.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 7 (2.8%) | $59,583 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 47 (18.5%) | $95,536 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 94 (37.0%) | $32,500 |
| 65+ Years | 106 (41.7%) | $32,083 |
| Total | 254 (100.0%) | $38,409 |
Poverty in Salem
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem
With 18.1% poverty level for males and 18.3% for females among the residents of Salem, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 30 males (66.7%) and 2 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 30 (66.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (7.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 5 (55.6%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 5 (17.2%) | 12 (41.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (10.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5 (11.4%) | 7 (30.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5 (13.5%) | 4 (9.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5 (15.1%) | 10 (17.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (9.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (28.6%) |
| Total | 55 (18.1%) | 60 (18.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem
According to the poverty statistics in Salem, males aged 6 to 11 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15 (33.3%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 7 (100.0%) | 13 (92.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 4 (44.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 24 (82.8%) | 17 (58.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 25 (100.0%) | 41 (89.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 39 (88.6%) | 16 (69.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 32 (86.5%) | 38 (90.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 28 (84.9%) | 47 (82.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (100.0%) | 50 (90.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (100.0%) | 30 (71.4%) |
| Total | 249 (81.9%) | 268 (81.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salem
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 79 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 116 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salem
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (17.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (61.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (31.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salem
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (17.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (53.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (30.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Salem
Employment by Class of Employer in Salem
Among the 215 employed individuals in Salem, private company employees (163 | 75.8%), not-for-profit organizations (27 | 12.6%), and local government employees (11 | 5.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 163 | 75.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 3 | 1.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 7 | 3.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 27 | 12.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 11 | 5.1% |
| State Government Employees | 3 | 1.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 1 | 0.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 215 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Salem
According to the labor force statistics for Salem, out of the total population over 16 years of age (582), 39.9% or 232 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 10 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 96.0% or 24 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.2% or 6 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 8 (27.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 27 (67.5%) | 6 (22.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 24 (96.0%) | 4 (16.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 13 (28.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 54 (80.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 52 (65.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 15 (35.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 24 (43.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (16.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 232 (39.9%) | 10 (4.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem
According to labor force statistics for Salem, 58.0% of individuals (182) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (314) are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 4 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 77.1% or 27 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.0% or 4 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 20 (35.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 80 (68.4%) | 6 (5.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 55 (52.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 27 (77.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 182 (58.0%) | 7 (2.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Salem
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Salem are Health Diagnosing & Treating (15 | 6.8%), Management (10 | 4.5%), Community & Social Service (9 | 4.1%), Business & Financial (8 | 3.6%), and Education, Arts & Media (5 | 2.2%).
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%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1 (11.1%) | 8 (88.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 1 (25.0%) | 3 (75.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 2 (13.3%) | 13 (86.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 12 (27.9%) | 31 (72.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 115 (51.8%) | 107 (48.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Salem are Cleaning & Maintenance (19 | 8.6%), Healthcare Support (14 | 6.3%), Personal Care & Service (12 | 5.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (8 | 3.6%), and Security & Protection (6 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Salem, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (16.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (89.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 2 (10.5%) | 17 (89.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 2 (16.7%) | 10 (83.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 10 (17.0%) | 49 (83.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 115 (51.8%) | 107 (48.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Salem are Office & Administration (18 | 8.1%), and Sales & Related (7 | 3.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 4 (57.1%) | 3 (42.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 9 (50.0%) | 9 (50.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 13 (52.0%) | 12 (48.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 115 (51.8%) | 107 (48.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Salem are Construction & Extraction (28 | 12.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (11 | 5.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 115 (51.8%) | 107 (48.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Salem are Production (48 | 21.6%), Transportation (4 | 1.8%), and Material Moving (4 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 33 (68.8%) | 15 (31.2%) |
| Transportation | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 41 (73.2%) | 15 (26.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 115 (51.8%) | 107 (48.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Salem
Employment Industries in Salem
The major employment industries in Salem include Health Care & Social Assistance (57 | 25.7%), Manufacturing (37 | 16.7%), Retail Trade (27 | 12.2%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (19 | 8.6%), and Administrative & Support (14 | 6.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Salem
The Salem industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (80.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), and Educational Services (90.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 26 (70.3%) | 11 (29.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 16 (59.3%) | 11 (40.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4 (80.0%) | 1 (20.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 2 (14.3%) | 12 (85.7%) |
| Educational Services | 1 (9.1%) | 10 (90.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 14 (24.6%) | 43 (75.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Public Administration | 4 (66.7%) | 2 (33.3%) |
| Total | 115 (51.8%) | 107 (48.2%) |
Education in Salem
School Enrollment in Salem
The most common levels of schooling among the 88 students in Salem are high school (26 | 29.5%), college / undergraduate (22 | 25.0%), and middle school (20 | 22.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 4 | 4.5% |
| Kindergarten | 0 | 0.0% |
| Elementary School | 16 | 18.2% |
| Middle School | 20 | 22.7% |
| High School | 26 | 29.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 22 | 25.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 88 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salem
Out of a total of 88 students who are enrolled in schools in Salem, 8 (9.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 80 (90.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (45.5% 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 2 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 10 (90.9%) | 1 (9.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 11 (84.6%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 6 (54.5%) | 5 (45.5%) |
| Total | 80 (90.9%) | 8 (9.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salem
Education (20 | 35.1%), arts & humanities (9 | 15.8%), business (7 | 12.3%), literature & languages (6 | 10.5%), and social sciences (5 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 57 individuals in Salem who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 2 | 3.5% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 5 | 8.8% |
| Engineering | 2 | 3.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 3 | 5.3% |
| Business | 7 | 12.3% |
| Education | 20 | 35.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 6 | 10.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 3 | 5.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 9 | 15.8% |
| Total | 57 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Salem
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Salem are males with 2 vehicles (49, accounting for 44.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (46, making up 47.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 23 (20.7%) | 19 (18.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 49 (44.1%) | 46 (44.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 14 (12.6%) | 19 (18.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 14 (12.6%) | 17 (16.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 11 (9.9%) | 3 (2.9%) |
| Total | 111 (100.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Salem
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Salem are 45 to 59 minutes (45 commuters, 21.2%), less than 5 minutes (29 commuters, 13.7%), and 60 to 89 minutes (27 commuters, 12.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 29 | 13.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 18 | 8.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 14 | 6.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 18 | 8.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 16 | 7.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 15 | 7.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 25 | 11.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 2 | 0.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 3 | 1.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 45 | 21.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 27 | 12.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Salem
The most common commute times in Salem are 45 to 59 minutes (31 commuters, 28.7%) for males and less than 5 minutes (19 commuters, 18.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 10 (9.3%) | 19 (18.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 7 (6.5%) | 11 (10.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2 (1.8%) | 12 (11.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 8 (7.4%) | 10 (9.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 4 (3.7%) | 12 (11.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 3 (2.8%) | 12 (11.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 19 (17.6%) | 6 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 2 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 2 (1.8%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 31 (28.7%) | 14 (13.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 20 (18.5%) | 7 (6.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (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 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (21, 19.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (32, 30.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 21 (19.4%) | 6 (5.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 9 (8.3%) | 5 (4.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 17 (15.7%) | 7 (6.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 14 (13.0%) | 6 (5.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 7 (6.5%) | 7 (6.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 7 (6.5%) | 32 (30.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 2 (1.8%) | 8 (7.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (9.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 2 (1.8%) | 6 (5.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 8 (7.4%) | 2 (1.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 21 (19.4%) | 13 (12.5%) |
| Total | 108 (100.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Salem
Occupancy by Ownership in Salem
Of the total 254 dwellings in Salem, owner-occupied units account for 193 (76.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 61 (24.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 193 | 76.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 61 | 24.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 254 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Salem
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 91 | 35.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 90 | 35.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 41 | 16.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 32 | 12.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 254 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 41 (45.1%) | 50 (54.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 89 (98.9%) | 1 (1.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 34 (82.9%) | 7 (17.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 29 (90.6%) | 3 (9.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 193 (76.0%) | 61 (24.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 36 (73.5%) | 13 (26.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 74 (72.6%) | 28 (27.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 53 (79.1%) | 14 (20.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 30 (83.3%) | 6 (16.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 27 | 10.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 27 | 10.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 40 | 15.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 54 | 21.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 50 | 19.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 49 | 19.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 7 | 2.8% |
| Total | 254 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Salem
Median Income by Occupancy in Salem
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 193 (76.0%) | $43,646 |
| Renter-Occupied | 61 (24.0%) | $17,250 |
| Average | 254 (100.0%) | $38,409 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 8 (4.2%) | 8 (13.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 4 (2.1%) | 1 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3 (1.5%) | 17 (27.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 14 (7.2%) | 7 (11.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 15 (7.8%) | 5 (8.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 29 (15.0%) | 9 (14.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 35 (18.1%) | 5 (8.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 23 (11.9%) | 6 (9.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 28 (14.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 24 (12.4%) | 3 (4.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 10 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 193 (100.0%) | 61 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 24 (12.4%) | 5 (8.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 62 (32.1%) | 12 (19.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 47 (24.3%) | 33 (54.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 21 (10.9%) | 3 (4.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 33 (17.1%) | 3 (4.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 6 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 193 (100.0%) | 61 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Salem
Housing Structures in Salem
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 192 | 75.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 | 4.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 3 | 1.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 4 | 1.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 10 | 3.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 34 | 13.4% |
| Total | 254 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 178 (92.7%) | 14 (7.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 15 (44.1%) | 19 (55.9%) |
| Total | 193 (76.0%) | 61 (24.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salem
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 2 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 2 (1.0%) | 21 (34.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 72 (37.3%) | 19 (31.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 75 (38.9%) | 18 (29.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 42 (21.8%) | 3 (4.9%) |
| Total | 193 (100.0%) | 61 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2 (1.0%) | 5 (8.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 72 (37.3%) | 22 (36.1%) |
| Electricity | 115 (59.6%) | 34 (55.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 4 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 193 (100.0%) | 61 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Salem
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 7 (3.6%) | 9 (14.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 63 (32.6%) | 44 (72.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 74 (38.3%) | 2 (3.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 49 (25.4%) | 6 (9.8%) |
| Total | 193 (100.0%) | 61 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Salem
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Salem
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 96 | 97 |
| Median Property Value | $63,800 | $87,200 |
| Median Household Income | $37,500 | $1 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $353 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $270 | $5 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 33 (34.4%) | 7 (7.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 50 (52.1%) | 48 (49.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 10 (10.4%) | 42 (43.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 3 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 96 (100.0%) | 97 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 8 (8.3%) | 5 (5.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 17 (17.7%) | 4 (4.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 20 (20.8%) | 15 (15.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16 (16.7%) | 9 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13 (13.5%) | 19 (19.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 6 (6.2%) | 10 (10.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 7 (7.3%) | 22 (22.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 9 (9.4%) | 17 (17.5%) |
| Total | 96 (100.0%) | 97 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Salem
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 67 (69.8%) | 56,875 (58,634.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 15 (15.6%) | 66 (68.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 5 (5.2%) | 13 (13.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 9 (9.4%) | 11 (11.3%) |
| Total | 96 (100.0%) | 97 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 81 (84.4%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 7 (7.3%) | 76 (78.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2 (2.1%) | 10 (10.3%) |
| Total | 96 (100.0%) | 97 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Salem
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salem
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 50 (82.0%) | 11 (18.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 55 (93.2%) | 4 (6.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 46 (82.1%) | 10 (17.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 59 (93.6%) | 4 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 52 (77.6%) | 15 (22.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 78 (98.7%) | 1 (1.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 78 (86.7%) | 12 (13.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 80 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 77 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 575 (91.0%) | 57 (9.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 50 (82.0%) | 11 (18.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 55 (93.2%) | 4 (6.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 46 (82.1%) | 10 (17.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 138 (85.2%) | 24 (14.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 184 (92.0%) | 16 (8.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 71 (94.7%) | 4 (5.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 124 (90.5%) | 13 (9.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salem
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 20 (32.8%) | 40 (65.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 27 (45.8%) | 28 (47.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 22 (39.3%) | 32 (57.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 35 (55.6%) | 43 (68.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 19 (28.4%) | 33 (49.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 29 (36.7%) | 60 (75.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 41 (45.6%) | 48 (53.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 80 (100.0%) | 59 (73.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 77 (100.0%) | 60 (77.9%) |
| Total | 350 (55.4%) | 403 (63.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salem
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (64.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (9.7%) | 5 (25.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (11.1%) | 21 (28.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 37 (32.5%) | 44 (36.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (44.0%) | 18 (32.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (60.0%) | 22 (52.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Salem
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (64.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 11 (9.7%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (8.0%) | 4 (7.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (60.0%) | 14 (33.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (64.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (11.1%) | 4 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 12 (10.5%) | 22 (18.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (20.0%) | 6 (10.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (45.7%) | 12 (28.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (9.7%) | 5 (25.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (22.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 20 (17.5%) | 23 (18.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (16.0%) | 2 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7 (20.0%) | 9 (21.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 28 (24.6%) | 20 (16.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (16.0%) | 6 (10.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (45.7%) | 20 (47.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (1.8%) | 4 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (34.3%) | 2 (4.8%) |
Technology Access in Salem
Computing Device Access in Salem
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 165 | 65.0% |
| Smartphone | 184 | 72.4% |
| Tablet | 121 | 47.6% |
| No Computing Device | 41 | 16.1% |
| Total | 254 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Salem
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 155 | 61.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 28 | 11.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 15 | 5.9% |
| No Internet | 64 | 25.2% |
| Total | 254 | 100.0% |
Salem Summary
Salem, Kentucky is a small city located in Washington County, Kentucky. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is part of the Cumberland Plateau. The city has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is the county seat of Washington County.
Geography
Salem is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is part of the Cumberland Plateau. The city is situated on the banks of the South Fork of the Licking River. The city is surrounded by rolling hills and is located in a valley. The city is located at an elevation of 890 feet above sea level. The climate in Salem is humid subtropical with hot summers and mild winters.
Economy
The economy of Salem is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several small businesses, including a lumber mill, a furniture factory, and a dairy farm. The city also has a number of retail stores, restaurants, and other services. The city is also home to a number of small manufacturing companies, including a plastics factory and a metal fabrication plant.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Salem was 1,500. The racial makeup of the city was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in Salem was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,500. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 16.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 16.7% of those age 65 or over.
History
Salem was founded in 1792 by a group of settlers from Virginia. The city was named after Salem, Virginia, the hometown of the settlers. The city was incorporated in 1820 and was designated as the county seat of Washington County.
In the late 19th century, Salem was a major center for the timber industry. The city was also home to a number of coal mines. In the early 20th century, the city was a major center for the tobacco industry.
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. The city has since experienced a resurgence in population as many of its former residents have returned to the city.
Today, Salem is a small city with a population of approximately 1,500 people. The city is home to a number of small businesses and is a popular tourist destination. The city is also home to a number of historic sites, including the Washington County Courthouse and the Salem Historic District.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Salem?
Total Population of Salem is 681.
What is the Total Male Population of Salem?
Total Male Population of Salem is 322.
What is the Total Female Population of Salem?
Total Female Population of Salem is 359.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Salem?
There are 89.69 Males per 100 Females in Salem.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Salem?
There are 111.49 Females per 100 Males in Salem.
What is the Median Population Age in Salem?
Median Population Age in Salem is 50.6 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 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Salem?
Per Capita income in Salem is $23,084.
What is the Median Family Income in Salem?
Median Family Income in Salem is $53,500.
What is the Median Household income in Salem?
Median Household Income in Salem is $38,409.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Salem?
Income or Wage Gap in Salem is 18.1%.
Women in Salem earn 81.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Salem?
Family Income Deficit in Salem is $5,483.
Families that are below poverty line in Salem earn $5,483 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Salem?
Inequality or Gini Index in Salem is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Salem?
There are 232 People in the Labor Forcein in Salem.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Salem?
39.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Salem.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Salem?
Unemployment Rate in Salem is 4.3%.