Salem, MA

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Salem Overview

44,541
TOTAL POPULATION
20,222
MALE POPULATION
24,319
FEMALE POPULATION
83.15
MALES / 100 FEMALES
120.26
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$46,919
PER CAPITA INCOME
$105,422
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$79,196
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
10.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
89.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$5,944
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
26,951
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
70.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Salem Zip Codes

Salem Area Codes

Race in Salem

The most populous races in Salem are White / Caucasian (34,039 | 76.4%), Hispanic or Latino (8,473 | 19.0%), and Two or more Races (3,555 | 8.0%).
Race in Salem
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,3673.1%
Black / African American2,6976.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino8,47319.0%
Native / Alaskan950.2%
White / Caucasian34,03976.4%
Two or more Races3,5558.0%
Some other Race2,7886.3%
Total44,541100.0%

Ancestry in Salem

The most populous ancestries reported in Salem are Irish (10,042 | 22.6%), Italian (5,418 | 12.2%), Dominican (4,684 | 10.5%), English (4,301 | 9.7%), and German (2,471 | 5.6%), together accounting for 60.4% of all Salem residents.
Ancestry in Salem
Ancestry# Population% Population
African4771.1%
Albanian1380.3%
American1,0212.3%
Arab4281.0%
Argentinean210.1%
Armenian570.1%
Australian70.0%
Austrian620.1%
Barbadian130.0%
Belgian130.0%
Bhutanese1290.3%
Blackfeet280.1%
Brazilian3080.7%
British1370.3%
British West Indian110.0%
Burmese2280.5%
Canadian2580.6%
Cape Verdean2740.6%
Central American7491.7%
Central American Indian610.1%
Cherokee130.0%
Chilean100.0%
Chippewa50.0%
Colombian870.2%
Costa Rican400.1%
Cree240.1%
Croatian130.0%
Cuban360.1%
Cypriot160.0%
Czech960.2%
Czechoslovakian340.1%
Danish1720.4%
Dominican4,68410.5%
Dutch2930.7%
Eastern European2350.5%
Ecuadorian340.1%
English4,3019.7%
Estonian200.0%
European4341.0%
Finnish1280.3%
French2,3265.2%
French American Indian170.0%
French Canadian1,5403.5%
German2,4715.6%
Greek6971.6%
Guatemalan120.0%
Guyanese20.0%
Haitian2960.7%
Honduran2180.5%
Hungarian630.1%
Indian (Asian)6021.3%
Iranian640.1%
Iraqi1180.3%
Irish10,04222.6%
Italian5,41812.2%
Jamaican1780.4%
Japanese1280.3%
Jordanian130.0%
Korean2430.5%
Laotian200.0%
Lebanese640.1%
Lithuanian2160.5%
Mexican5201.2%
Moroccan490.1%
Native Hawaiian160.0%
Nicaraguan380.1%
Nigerian500.1%
Northern European1180.3%
Norwegian3520.8%
Pakistani1140.3%
Paraguayan450.1%
Peruvian1780.4%
Polish2,0984.7%
Portuguese1,1482.6%
Puerto Rican1,7353.9%
Romanian780.2%
Russian6011.3%
Salvadoran4170.9%
Scandinavian1030.2%
Scotch-Irish3800.9%
Scottish1,0332.3%
Slovak310.1%
Slovene90.0%
South African420.1%
South American3950.9%
Spaniard220.1%
Spanish1710.4%
Sri Lankan1170.3%
Subsaharan African9982.2%
Swedish4511.0%
Swiss980.2%
Syrian1600.4%
Thai610.1%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian170.0%
Turkish370.1%
Ukrainian1720.4%
Venezuelan200.0%
Vietnamese2820.6%
Welsh1480.3%
Yugoslavian450.1%
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Immigrants in Salem

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Salem came from Latin America (3,957 | 8.9%), Caribbean (2,837 | 6.4%), Dominican Republic (2,521 | 5.7%), Asia (1,140 | 2.6%), and Europe (902 | 2.0%), together accounting for 25.5% of all Salem residents.
Immigrants in Salem
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa4611.0%
Albania40.0%
Argentina310.1%
Asia1,1402.6%
Australia120.0%
Bangladesh2000.4%
Bosnia and Herzegovina450.1%
Brazil5821.3%
Cabo Verde260.1%
Cambodia90.0%
Cameroon2620.6%
Canada840.2%
Caribbean2,8376.4%
Central America3590.8%
Chile100.0%
China1880.4%
Colombia1080.2%
Costa Rica100.0%
Cuba310.1%
Dominican Republic2,5215.7%
Eastern Africa30.0%
Eastern Asia2590.6%
Eastern Europe3620.8%
El Salvador1510.3%
England960.2%
Europe9022.0%
France170.0%
Germany240.1%
Ghana320.1%
Greece1200.3%
Guyana20.0%
Haiti1210.3%
Honduras320.1%
Hong Kong110.0%
Hungary370.1%
India500.1%
Indonesia200.0%
Iran210.1%
Iraq1180.3%
Ireland540.1%
Israel130.0%
Italy260.1%
Jamaica1410.3%
Japan510.1%
Jordan130.0%
Korea200.0%
Kuwait200.0%
Latin America3,9578.9%
Latvia100.0%
Malaysia120.0%
Mexico1540.4%
Middle Africa2620.6%
Moldova480.1%
Morocco300.1%
Nicaragua120.0%
Nigeria1080.2%
Northern Africa300.1%
Northern Europe2660.6%
Oceania120.0%
Pakistan210.1%
Peru280.1%
Philippines1330.3%
Poland250.1%
Portugal870.2%
Russia510.1%
Scotland140.0%
South America7611.7%
South Central Asia3330.7%
South Eastern Asia2870.6%
Southern Europe2330.5%
Sri Lanka260.1%
Sweden140.0%
Syria650.2%
Trinidad and Tobago120.0%
Turkey90.0%
Ukraine840.2%
Uzbekistan150.0%
Vietnam1130.3%
Western Africa1660.4%
Western Asia2610.6%
Western Europe410.1%
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Sex and Age in Salem

Sex and Age in Salem

The most populous age groups in Salem are 30 to 34 Years (1,908 | 9.4%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (2,426 | 10.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,238 (6.1%)985 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years787 (3.9%)1,083 (4.4%)
10 to 14 Years1,020 (5.0%)848 (3.5%)
15 to 19 Years1,188 (5.9%)1,470 (6.0%)
20 to 24 Years1,696 (8.4%)2,017 (8.3%)
25 to 29 Years1,754 (8.7%)1,859 (7.6%)
30 to 34 Years1,908 (9.4%)2,426 (10.0%)
35 to 39 Years1,653 (8.2%)1,433 (5.9%)
40 to 44 Years1,134 (5.6%)1,659 (6.8%)
45 to 49 Years961 (4.8%)1,563 (6.4%)
50 to 54 Years1,349 (6.7%)1,278 (5.3%)
55 to 59 Years1,538 (7.6%)1,558 (6.4%)
60 to 64 Years1,122 (5.6%)1,604 (6.6%)
65 to 69 Years803 (4.0%)1,556 (6.4%)
70 to 74 Years895 (4.4%)1,257 (5.2%)
75 to 79 Years706 (3.5%)633 (2.6%)
80 to 84 Years294 (1.5%)324 (1.3%)
85 Years and over176 (0.9%)766 (3.2%)
Total20,222 (100.0%)24,319 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Salem

Median Family Size in Salem

The median family size in Salem is 2.88 persons per family, with married-couple families (7,003 | 67.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (598 | 5.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.48 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Salem
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple7,003 (67.3%)2.99
Single Male/Father598 (5.8%)2.48
Single Female/Mother2,806 (27.0%)2.71
Total Families10,407 (100.0%)2.88

Median Household Size in Salem

The median household size in Salem is 2.17 persons per household, with married-couple households (7,003 | 35.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.01 persons per household. non-family households (9,480 | 47.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.31 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Salem
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple7,003 (35.2%)3.01
Single Male/Father598 (3.0%)2.61
Single Female/Mother2,806 (14.1%)2.89
Non-family9,480 (47.7%)1.31
Total Households19,887 (100.0%)2.17

Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem

Out of a total of 19,887 households in Salem, 10,407 (52.3%) are family households, while 9,480 (47.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,170, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 7,147.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-7,147 (35.9%)
2-Person Households5,170 (26.0%)1,738 (8.7%)
3-Person Households2,412 (12.1%)579 (2.9%)
4-Person Households1,993 (10.0%)7 (0.0%)
5-Person Households409 (2.1%)9 (0.1%)
6-Person Households272 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households151 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,407 (52.3%)9,480 (47.7%)

Female Fertility in Salem

Fertility by Age in Salem

Average fertility rate in Salem is 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 90.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 94.2% 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 years570 (94.2%)90.0
35 to 50 years35 (5.8%)7.0
Total605 (100.0%)48.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salem

58.5% of women with births (605) in Salem are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 42.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 22.9% 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 years327 (57.4%)243 (42.6%)
35 to 50 years27 (77.1%)8 (22.9%)
Total354 (58.5%)251 (41.5%)

Fertility by Education in Salem

Average fertility rate in Salem is 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 69.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 43.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School36 (5.9%)37.0
High School Diploma122 (20.2%)59.0
College or Associate's Degree264 (43.6%)69.0
Bachelor's Degree105 (17.4%)29.0
Graduate Degree78 (12.9%)34.0
Total605 (100.0%)48.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salem

41.5% of women with births in Salem are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 76.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salem
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma74 (60.7%)48 (39.3%)
College or Associate's Degree61 (23.1%)203 (76.9%)
Bachelor's Degree105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total354 (58.5%)251 (41.5%)

Income in Salem

Income Overview in Salem

Per Capita Income in Salem is $46,919, while median incomes of families and households are $105,422 and $79,196 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income44,541$46,919
Median Family Income10,407$105,422
Mean Family Income10,407$123,840
Median Household Income19,887$79,196
Mean Household Income19,887$102,850
Income Deficit10,407$5,944
Wage / Income Gap (%)44,54110.79%
Wage / Income Gap ($)44,54189.21¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index44,5410.45

Earnings by Sex in Salem

Average Earnings in Salem are $48,924, $52,518 for men and $46,852 for women, a difference of 10.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Salem
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male13,239 (46.9%)$52,518
Female14,967 (53.1%)$46,852
Total28,206 (100.0%)$48,924

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem

The most common earnings brackets in Salem are $100,000+ for men (2,390 | 18.0%) and $100,000+ for women (2,170 | 14.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less512 (3.9%)703 (4.7%)
$2,500 to $4,999401 (3.0%)609 (4.1%)
$5,000 to $7,499328 (2.5%)553 (3.7%)
$7,500 to $9,999303 (2.3%)264 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $12,499331 (2.5%)377 (2.5%)
$12,500 to $14,999367 (2.8%)515 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $17,499238 (1.8%)371 (2.5%)
$17,500 to $19,999352 (2.7%)404 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $22,499245 (1.8%)483 (3.2%)
$22,500 to $24,999350 (2.6%)309 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $29,999662 (5.0%)672 (4.5%)
$30,000 to $34,999566 (4.3%)576 (3.8%)
$35,000 to $39,999429 (3.2%)757 (5.1%)
$40,000 to $44,999776 (5.9%)420 (2.8%)
$45,000 to $49,999535 (4.0%)880 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $54,999434 (3.3%)467 (3.1%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,152 (8.7%)1,394 (9.3%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,106 (8.4%)1,091 (7.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,762 (13.3%)1,952 (13.0%)
$100,000+2,390 (18.0%)2,170 (14.5%)
Total13,239 (100.0%)14,967 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem

Average earnings in Salem are $61,266 for men and $56,385 for women, a difference of 8.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $82,612, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $40,132. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $81,165, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,852.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$40,132$22,852
High School Diploma$44,493$36,286
College or Associate's Degree$58,681$36,734
Bachelor's Degree$73,854$63,689
Graduate Degree$82,612$81,165
Total$61,266$56,385

Family Income in Salem

Family Income Brackets in Salem

According to the Salem family income data, there are 1,967 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 156 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Salem
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001671.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991561.5%
$15,000 to $24,9998017.7%
$25,000 to $34,9996246.0%
$35,000 to $49,9996045.8%
$50,000 to $74,9991,38413.3%
$75,000 to $99,9991,33212.8%
$100,000 to $149,9991,96718.9%
$150,000 to $199,9991,61315.5%
$200,000+1,73816.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem

5-person families (432 | 4.2%) account for the highest median family income in Salem with $199,211 per family, while 2-person families (5,484 | 52.7%) have the highest median income of $49,194 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families5,484 (52.7%)$98,387
3-Person Families2,325 (22.3%)$92,301
4-Person Families1,845 (17.7%)$118,403
5-Person Families432 (4.2%)$199,211
6-Person Families230 (2.2%)$117,029
7+ Person Families91 (0.9%)$0
Total10,407 (100.0%)$105,422

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem

The median family income in Salem is $105,422, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,471) having the highest median family income of $152,269, while families with 1 earner (2,899) have the lowest median family income of $52,185, accounting for 14.1% and 27.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,089 (10.5%)$54,097
1 Earner2,899 (27.9%)$52,185
2 Earners4,948 (47.5%)$140,640
3+ Earners1,471 (14.1%)$152,269
Total10,407 (100.0%)$105,422

Household Income in Salem

Household Income Brackets in Salem

With 3,540 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Salem, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 855 households (4.3%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Salem
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0008554.3%
$10,000 to $14,9991,0745.4%
$15,000 to $24,9991,5517.8%
$25,000 to $34,9991,6518.3%
$35,000 to $49,9991,3927.0%
$50,000 to $74,9992,92314.7%
$75,000 to $99,9992,38612.0%
$100,000 to $149,9993,54017.8%
$150,000 to $199,9992,26711.4%
$200,000+2,26711.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Salem

The median household income in Salem is $79,196, with the highest median household income of $93,094 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 7,082 households (35.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $48,566, with 5,216 households (26.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Salem
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years746 (3.7%)$57,426
25 to 44 Years7,082 (35.6%)$93,094
45 to 64 Years6,843 (34.4%)$91,161
65+ Years5,216 (26.2%)$48,566
Total19,887 (100.0%)$79,196

Poverty in Salem

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem

With 11.0% poverty level for males and 16.0% for females among the residents of Salem, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 144 males (37.9%) and 92 females (41.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years235 (19.0%)252 (25.6%)
5 Years34 (20.9%)92 (41.8%)
6 to 11 Years124 (12.8%)340 (27.7%)
12 to 14 Years159 (23.9%)50 (10.9%)
15 Years7 (4.7%)4 (2.8%)
16 and 17 Years144 (37.9%)72 (23.8%)
18 to 24 Years140 (7.2%)531 (23.0%)
25 to 34 Years229 (6.3%)612 (14.3%)
35 to 44 Years159 (5.7%)469 (15.2%)
45 to 54 Years213 (9.2%)226 (8.0%)
55 to 64 Years211 (8.0%)407 (12.9%)
65 to 74 Years183 (10.8%)341 (12.2%)
75 Years and over326 (28.1%)368 (22.4%)
Total2,164 (11.0%)3,764 (16.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem

According to the poverty statistics in Salem, males aged 15 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.3% of males and 97.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,003 (81.0%)733 (74.4%)
5 Years129 (79.1%)128 (58.2%)
6 to 11 Years842 (87.2%)886 (72.3%)
12 to 14 Years505 (76.0%)409 (89.1%)
15 Years141 (95.3%)139 (97.2%)
16 and 17 Years236 (62.1%)231 (76.2%)
18 to 24 Years1,798 (92.8%)1,776 (77.0%)
25 to 34 Years3,428 (93.7%)3,668 (85.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,628 (94.3%)2,623 (84.8%)
45 to 54 Years2,097 (90.8%)2,615 (92.0%)
55 to 64 Years2,443 (92.0%)2,755 (87.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,503 (89.1%)2,459 (87.8%)
75 Years and over833 (71.9%)1,276 (77.6%)
Total17,586 (89.0%)19,698 (84.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salem

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Salem show that 3.4% or 235 of the total 7,003 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.3%, comprising of 145 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 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 Children4,569 (98.1%)90 (1.9%)
1 or 2 Children1,830 (92.7%)145 (7.3%)
3 or 4 Children369 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,768 (96.6%)235 (3.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salem

According to the poverty data in Salem, 11.9% or 71 single-father households and 30.3% or 850 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 61 households (91.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salem
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)139 (12.5%)
1 or 2 Children10 (7.4%)629 (40.5%)
3 or 4 Children61 (91.0%)34 (37.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
Total71 (11.9%)850 (30.3%)

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

The poverty data for Salem shows that 235 of the married-couple family households (3.4%) and 921 of the single-parent households (27.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 145 households (7.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salem
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children90 (1.9%)139 (9.2%)
1 or 2 Children145 (7.3%)639 (37.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)95 (59.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
Total235 (3.4%)921 (27.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Salem

Employment by Class of Employer in Salem

Among the 25,116 employed individuals in Salem, private company employees (16,518 | 65.8%), not-for-profit organizations (3,006 | 12.0%), and local government employees (2,100 | 8.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Salem
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees16,51865.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)6462.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,3185.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations3,00612.0%
Local Government Employees2,1008.4%
State Government Employees1,1244.5%
Federal Government Employees3691.5%
Unpaid Family Workers350.1%
Total25,116100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Salem

According to the labor force statistics for Salem, out of the total population over 16 years of age (38,283), 70.4% or 26,951 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 1,348 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.3% or 3,335 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.1% or 140 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Salem
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years996 (42.2%)140 (14.1%)
20 to 24 Years2,881 (77.6%)130 (4.5%)
25 to 29 Years3,335 (92.3%)270 (8.1%)
30 to 34 Years3,953 (91.2%)206 (5.2%)
35 to 44 Years5,256 (89.4%)205 (3.9%)
45 to 54 Years4,445 (86.3%)204 (4.6%)
55 to 59 Years2,563 (82.8%)72 (2.8%)
60 to 64 Years1,807 (66.3%)45 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,430 (31.7%)61 (4.3%)
75 Years and over299 (10.3%)14 (4.7%)
Total26,951 (70.4%)1,348 (5.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem

According to labor force statistics for Salem, 86.1% of individuals (21,352) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (24,799) are in the labor force, with 4.7% or 1,004 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 93.6% or 11,691 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.2% or 121 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School854 (63.8%)190 (14.2%)
High School Diploma3,763 (73.3%)118 (2.3%)
College / Associate Degree5,049 (86.5%)467 (8.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher11,691 (93.6%)425 (3.4%)
Total21,352 (86.1%)1,166 (4.7%)

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 (3,806 | 14.9%), Management (3,276 | 12.8%), Education Instruction & Library (2,249 | 8.8%), Business & Financial (2,109 | 8.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (1,632 | 6.4%).
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 Computers & Mathematics (78.2%), Architecture & Engineering (76.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (69.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (80.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.7%), and Education, Arts & Media (67.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,638 (50.0%)1,638 (50.0%)
Business & Financial1,080 (51.2%)1,029 (48.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,135 (69.6%)497 (30.4%)
Computers & Mathematics692 (78.2%)193 (21.8%)
Architecture & Engineering304 (76.6%)93 (23.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science139 (39.7%)211 (60.3%)
Community & Social Service 1,433 (37.7%)2,373 (62.4%)
Education, Arts & Media192 (32.4%)400 (67.6%)
Legal Services & Support161 (45.7%)191 (54.3%)
Education Instruction & Library838 (37.3%)1,411 (62.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment242 (39.5%)371 (60.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating339 (25.3%)1,000 (74.7%)
Health Technologists175 (19.6%)717 (80.4%)
Total (Category)5,625 (46.3%)6,537 (53.7%)
Total (Overall)12,020 (47.0%)13,575 (53.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Salem are Food Preparation & Serving (1,241 | 4.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (1,219 | 4.8%), Healthcare Support (933 | 3.6%), Personal Care & Service (801 | 3.1%), and Security & Protection (466 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Salem

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Salem, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (63.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (55.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (93.5%), Healthcare Support (85.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (64.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support135 (14.5%)798 (85.5%)
Security & Protection294 (63.1%)172 (36.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention94 (35.3%)172 (64.7%)
Law Enforcement200 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving651 (52.5%)590 (47.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance678 (55.6%)541 (44.4%)
Personal Care & Service52 (6.5%)749 (93.5%)
Total (Category)1,810 (38.8%)2,850 (61.2%)
Total (Overall)12,020 (47.0%)13,575 (53.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Salem are Office & Administration (3,077 | 12.0%), and Sales & Related (2,318 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Salem

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,163 (50.2%)1,155 (49.8%)
Office & Administration741 (24.1%)2,336 (75.9%)
Total (Category)1,904 (35.3%)3,491 (64.7%)
Total (Overall)12,020 (47.0%)13,575 (53.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Salem are Construction & Extraction (605 | 2.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (565 | 2.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (13 | 0.1%).
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 & Forestry13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction585 (96.7%)20 (3.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair512 (90.6%)53 (9.4%)
Total (Category)1,110 (93.8%)73 (6.2%)
Total (Overall)12,020 (47.0%)13,575 (53.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Salem are Transportation (811 | 3.2%), Production (791 | 3.1%), and Material Moving (593 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Salem

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Production370 (46.8%)421 (53.2%)
Transportation704 (86.8%)107 (13.2%)
Material Moving497 (83.8%)96 (16.2%)
Total (Category)1,571 (71.6%)624 (28.4%)
Total (Overall)12,020 (47.0%)13,575 (53.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Salem

Employment Industries in Salem

The major employment industries in Salem include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,875 | 15.1%), Professional & Scientific (2,961 | 11.6%), Educational Services (2,908 | 11.4%), Retail Trade (2,816 | 11.0%), and Manufacturing (1,875 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Salem

Employment Industries by Sex in Salem

The Salem industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Enterprise Management (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (77.2%), Educational Services (64.2%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (59.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Salem
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction720 (84.6%)131 (15.4%)
Manufacturing1,012 (54.0%)863 (46.0%)
Wholesale Trade138 (41.2%)197 (58.8%)
Retail Trade1,497 (53.2%)1,319 (46.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing800 (66.2%)408 (33.8%)
Utilities95 (76.0%)30 (24.0%)
Information395 (53.4%)344 (46.6%)
Finance & Insurance600 (45.7%)712 (54.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing185 (49.7%)187 (50.3%)
Professional & Scientific1,488 (50.2%)1,473 (49.7%)
Enterprise Management20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support697 (53.0%)619 (47.0%)
Educational Services1,041 (35.8%)1,867 (64.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance885 (22.8%)2,990 (77.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation372 (40.6%)544 (59.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services737 (47.9%)802 (52.1%)
Public Administration777 (66.8%)386 (33.2%)
Total12,020 (47.0%)13,575 (53.0%)

Education in Salem

School Enrollment in Salem

The most common levels of schooling among the 9,140 students in Salem are college / undergraduate (3,317 | 36.3%), high school (1,503 | 16.4%), and elementary school (1,305 | 14.3%).
School Enrollment in Salem
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool7298.0%
Kindergarten2743.0%
Elementary School1,30514.3%
Middle School1,28114.0%
High School1,50316.4%
College / Undergraduate3,31736.3%
Graduate / Professional7318.0%
Total9,140100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salem

Out of a total of 9,140 students who are enrolled in schools in Salem, 2,248 (24.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,892 (75.4%) 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 317 (53.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,440 (95.3% 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 Olds280 (46.9%)317 (53.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,440 (95.3%)71 (4.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,473 (82.9%)305 (17.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds622 (69.4%)274 (30.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,007 (75.9%)319 (24.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,345 (70.8%)556 (29.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds555 (66.1%)285 (33.9%)
35 Years and over172 (59.1%)119 (40.9%)
Total6,892 (75.4%)2,248 (24.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salem

Business (2,693 | 15.9%), social sciences (2,374 | 14.0%), literature & languages (1,524 | 9.0%), education (1,376 | 8.1%), and science & technology (1,189 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 16,943 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 & Mathematics6173.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural8685.1%
Physical & Health Sciences3402.0%
Psychology1,0336.1%
Social Sciences2,37414.0%
Engineering7604.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies2021.2%
Science & Technology1,1897.0%
Business2,69315.9%
Education1,3768.1%
Literature & Languages1,5249.0%
Liberal Arts & History1,0956.5%
Visual & Performing Arts1,1446.8%
Communications7444.4%
Arts & Humanities9845.8%
Total16,943100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Salem

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Salem are males with 2 vehicles (5,158, accounting for 43.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,070, making up 39.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle787 (6.7%)943 (7.3%)
1 Vehicle3,767 (32.1%)4,699 (36.3%)
2 Vehicles5,158 (43.9%)5,070 (39.2%)
3 Vehicles1,242 (10.6%)1,375 (10.6%)
4 Vehicles611 (5.2%)619 (4.8%)
5 or more Vehicles183 (1.6%)243 (1.9%)
Total11,748 (100.0%)12,949 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Salem

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Salem are 15 to 19 minutes (3,512 commuters, 16.6%), 60 to 89 minutes (3,007 commuters, 14.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (2,842 commuters, 13.4%).
Commute Time in Salem
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3281.5%
5 to 9 Minutes1,9819.3%
10 to 14 Minutes2,84213.4%
15 to 19 Minutes3,51216.6%
20 to 24 Minutes2,67812.6%
25 to 29 Minutes8213.9%
30 to 34 Minutes2,25410.6%
35 to 39 Minutes4322.0%
40 to 44 Minutes8353.9%
45 to 59 Minutes1,7578.3%
60 to 89 Minutes3,00714.2%
90 or more Minutes7713.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Salem

The most common commute times in Salem are 15 to 19 minutes (1,674 commuters, 16.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (1,892 commuters, 17.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Salem
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes155 (1.5%)173 (1.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,040 (10.3%)941 (8.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,258 (12.5%)1,584 (14.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,674 (16.6%)1,838 (16.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes786 (7.8%)1,892 (17.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes322 (3.2%)499 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,149 (11.4%)1,105 (9.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes216 (2.1%)216 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes408 (4.0%)427 (3.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes906 (9.0%)851 (7.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,649 (16.4%)1,358 (12.2%)
90 or more Minutes524 (5.2%)247 (2.2%)

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 (1,425, 14.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,054, 18.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salem
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM262 (2.6%)184 (1.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM456 (4.5%)202 (1.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM625 (6.2%)394 (3.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM610 (6.0%)534 (4.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,179 (11.7%)1,051 (9.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,425 (14.1%)2,054 (18.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,354 (13.4%)1,517 (13.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM947 (9.4%)1,302 (11.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM661 (6.6%)884 (7.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM687 (6.8%)799 (7.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM289 (2.9%)278 (2.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM233 (2.3%)254 (2.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM863 (8.6%)755 (6.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM496 (4.9%)923 (8.3%)
Total10,087 (100.0%)11,131 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Salem

Occupancy by Ownership in Salem

Of the total 19,887 dwellings in Salem, owner-occupied units account for 10,077 (50.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 9,810 (49.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Salem
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units10,07750.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units9,81049.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units19,887100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Salem

Occupancy by Household Size in Salem
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household7,14735.9%
2-Person Household6,90834.7%
3-Person Household2,99115.0%
4+ Person Household2,84114.3%
Total Housing Units19,887100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2,903 (40.6%)4,244 (59.4%)
2-Person Household4,016 (58.1%)2,892 (41.9%)
3-Person Household1,551 (51.9%)1,440 (48.1%)
4+ Person Household1,607 (56.6%)1,234 (43.4%)
Total Housing Units10,077 (50.7%)9,810 (49.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School210 (12.8%)1,427 (87.2%)
High School Diploma1,599 (42.9%)2,125 (57.1%)
College/Associate Degree1,835 (41.5%)2,586 (58.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher6,433 (63.7%)3,672 (36.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years4,57423.0%
35 to 44 Years3,25416.4%
45 to 54 Years3,15315.9%
55 to 64 Years3,69018.5%
65 to 74 Years3,10215.6%
75 to 84 Years1,3816.9%
85 Years and Over7333.7%
Total19,887100.0%

Housing Finances in Salem

Median Income by Occupancy in Salem

Median Income by Occupancy in Salem
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied10,077 (50.7%)$121,609
Renter-Occupied9,810 (49.3%)$54,871
Average19,887 (100.0%)$79,196

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00089 (0.9%)442 (4.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99916 (0.2%)304 (3.1%)
$10,000 to $14,999192 (1.9%)890 (9.1%)
$15,000 to $19,999321 (3.2%)575 (5.9%)
$20,000 to $24,999164 (1.6%)482 (4.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999420 (4.2%)1,224 (12.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999620 (6.1%)765 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,199 (11.9%)1,715 (17.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,195 (11.9%)1,188 (12.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,027 (20.1%)1,517 (15.5%)
$150,000 or more3,834 (38.1%)708 (7.2%)
Total10,077 (100.0%)9,810 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30068 (0.7%)365 (3.7%)
$300 to $499110 (1.1%)506 (5.2%)
$500 to $799554 (5.5%)504 (5.1%)
$800 to $999757 (7.5%)254 (2.6%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,728 (17.2%)2,339 (23.8%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,393 (13.8%)2,408 (24.5%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,819 (18.0%)2,044 (20.8%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,551 (15.4%)872 (8.9%)
$3,000 or more2,097 (20.8%)354 (3.6%)
Total10,077 (100.0%)9,810 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Salem

Housing Structures in Salem

Housing Structures in Salem
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5,20526.2%
Single Unit, Attached1,4287.2%
2 Unit Apartments3,20116.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3,68718.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2,11710.6%
10 or more Apartments4,21121.2%
Mobile Home / Other380.2%
Total19,887100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached4,837 (92.9%)368 (7.1%)
Single Unit, Attached1,231 (86.2%)197 (13.8%)
2 Unit Apartments1,555 (48.6%)1,646 (51.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,368 (37.1%)2,319 (62.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments698 (33.0%)1,419 (67.0%)
10 or more Apartments350 (8.3%)3,861 (91.7%)
Mobile Home / Other38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,077 (50.7%)9,810 (49.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salem

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salem
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room5 (0.1%)750 (7.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms464 (4.6%)3,055 (31.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms3,918 (38.9%)4,425 (45.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms3,453 (34.3%)1,383 (14.1%)
8 or more Rooms2,237 (22.2%)197 (2.0%)
Total10,077 (100.0%)9,810 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5,645 (56.0%)5,357 (54.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas116 (1.1%)241 (2.5%)
Electricity1,441 (14.3%)3,099 (31.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene2,805 (27.8%)852 (8.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels62 (0.6%)21 (0.2%)
No Fuel Used8 (0.1%)240 (2.5%)
Total10,077 (100.0%)9,810 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Salem

Household Vehicle Usage in Salem
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle385 (3.8%)2,767 (28.2%)
1 Vehicle4,507 (44.7%)4,424 (45.1%)
2 Vehicles4,020 (39.9%)2,166 (22.1%)
3 or more Vehicles1,165 (11.6%)453 (4.6%)
Total10,077 (100.0%)9,810 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Salem

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Salem

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,6597,418
Median Property Value$457,700$465,500
Median Household Income$76,319$3,219
Monthly Housing Costs$1,017$2,097
Real Estate Taxes$5,873$117

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00014 (0.5%)176 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99947 (1.8%)8 (0.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999258 (9.7%)743 (10.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,202 (45.2%)3,543 (47.8%)
$500,000 to $749,999884 (33.3%)2,454 (33.1%)
$750,000 to $999,999190 (7.1%)333 (4.5%)
$1,000,000 or more64 (2.4%)161 (2.2%)
Total2,659 (100.0%)7,418 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00073 (2.8%)112 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,999413 (15.5%)32 (0.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999194 (7.3%)264 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999253 (9.5%)226 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999387 (14.5%)367 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999310 (11.7%)812 (11.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999414 (15.6%)885 (11.9%)
$150,000 or more615 (23.1%)1,613 (21.7%)
Total2,659 (100.0%)7,418 (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 2.0x196 (7.4%)135,305 (1,824.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x367 (13.8%)1,026 (13.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x331 (12.4%)1,940 (26.2%)
4.0x or more1,734 (65.2%)1,494 (20.1%)
Total2,659 (100.0%)7,418 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80045 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49936 (1.3%)60 (0.8%)
$800 to $1,4992,552 (96.0%)73 (1.0%)
Total2,659 (100.0%)7,418 (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 Years2,592 (98.5%)40 (1.5%)
6 to 18 Years5,259 (99.9%)4 (0.1%)
19 to 25 Years5,169 (98.5%)79 (1.5%)
26 to 34 Years6,833 (96.1%)275 (3.9%)
35 to 44 Years5,561 (94.6%)318 (5.4%)
45 to 54 Years5,070 (98.4%)81 (1.6%)
55 to 64 Years5,752 (98.9%)64 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years4,453 (99.3%)33 (0.7%)
75 Years and older2,787 (99.4%)16 (0.6%)
Total43,476 (98.0%)910 (2.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,592 (98.5%)40 (1.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen5,259 (99.9%)4 (0.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen5,169 (98.5%)79 (1.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0005,181 (99.7%)16 (0.3%)
$25,000 to $49,9995,469 (96.0%)228 (4.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,221 (96.6%)185 (3.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9995,273 (98.8%)63 (1.2%)
$100,000 and over21,118 (98.3%)361 (1.7%)

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 61,055 (40.1%)1,737 (66.0%)
6 to 18 Years2,121 (40.3%)3,649 (69.3%)
19 to 25 Years1,353 (25.8%)3,965 (75.5%)
25 to 34 Years1,418 (20.0%)5,665 (79.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,221 (20.8%)4,540 (77.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,265 (24.6%)4,054 (78.7%)
55 to 64 Years1,268 (21.8%)4,691 (80.7%)
65 to 74 Years4,125 (91.9%)2,774 (61.8%)
75 Years and over2,771 (98.9%)1,646 (58.7%)
Total16,597 (37.4%)32,721 (73.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salem

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years34 (2.8%)11 (1.1%)
5 to 17 Years238 (10.2%)56 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years488 (8.1%)475 (6.5%)
35 to 64 Years758 (9.8%)942 (10.4%)
65 to 74 Years391 (23.2%)519 (18.5%)
75 Years and over579 (50.0%)750 (45.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Salem

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (1.5%)11 (1.1%)
5 to 17 Years15 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (0.2%)16 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years126 (1.6%)84 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years228 (13.5%)56 (2.0%)
75 Years and over228 (19.7%)256 (15.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years34 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)86 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years185 (2.4%)234 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years35 (2.1%)80 (2.9%)
75 Years and over46 (4.0%)55 (3.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years161 (6.9%)56 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years461 (7.7%)323 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years389 (5.0%)411 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years58 (3.4%)92 (3.3%)
75 Years and over21 (1.8%)92 (5.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years70 (3.0%)19 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years61 (1.0%)40 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years272 (3.5%)375 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years124 (7.3%)352 (12.6%)
75 Years and over439 (37.9%)492 (29.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years106 (4.5%)7 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years58 (1.0%)9 (0.1%)
35 to 64 Years93 (1.2%)103 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years50 (3.0%)57 (2.0%)
75 Years and over72 (6.2%)151 (9.2%)

Technology Access in Salem

Computing Device Access in Salem

Computing Device Access in Salem
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop15,80079.4%
Smartphone16,88984.9%
Tablet12,40662.4%
No Computing Device1,4427.2%
Total19,887100.0%

Internet Access in Salem

Internet Access in Salem
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet560.3%
Broadband Home15,95280.2%
Cellular Data Only1,6668.4%
Satellite Internet4712.4%
No Internet1,9349.7%
Total19,887100.0%

Salem Summary

Salem, Massachusetts is a city located in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. It is situated on the North Shore of Massachusetts Bay, about 10 miles northeast of Boston. The city has a population of approximately 41,340 people, making it the ninth-largest city in the state.

History

Salem was first settled in 1626 by a group of Puritans from England. The city was named after the Hebrew word for peace, shalom. The settlers established a fishing village and trading post, and the area quickly grew into a prosperous port. Salem was incorporated as a town in 1629 and as a city in 1836.
During the late 17th century, Salem became a major center of the Atlantic slave trade. The city was also home to the Salem witch trials of 1692, which resulted in the execution of 20 people accused of witchcraft.
In the 19th century, Salem became a major center of the maritime industry. The city was home to the East India Marine Society, which was founded in 1799 and was the first American organization devoted to the study of the world’s oceans.

Geography

Salem is located at the mouth of the Naumkeag River, which empties into Massachusetts Bay. The city is situated on the North Shore of Massachusetts Bay, about 10 miles northeast of Boston. The city has a total area of 8.3 square miles, of which 7.9 square miles is land and 0.4 square miles is water.
The city is bordered by the towns of Marblehead to the northeast, Swampscott to the east, Beverly to the south, and Peabody to the west. The city is also home to several islands, including Winter Island, the House Island, and the Niles Island.

Economy

Salem’s economy is largely based on tourism, with the city’s historic sites and attractions drawing visitors from around the world. The city is also home to a number of technology and biotechnology companies, as well as a number of manufacturing and service-based businesses.
The city’s largest employers include the Salem Hospital, the Salem Public Schools, the Salem State University, and the North Shore Community College. Other major employers include the Peabody Essex Museum, the Salem Maritime National Historic Site, and the Salem Willows Amusement Park.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Salem had a population of 41,340 people. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 8.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 5.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.3% from other races, and 3.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $50,817, and the median income for a family was $62,817. The per capita income for the city was $27,817. About 11.2% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Salem?
Total Population of Salem is 44,541.
What is the Total Male Population of Salem?
Total Male Population of Salem is 20,222.
What is the Total Female Population of Salem?
Total Female Population of Salem is 24,319.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Salem?
There are 83.15 Males per 100 Females in Salem.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Salem?
There are 120.26 Females per 100 Males in Salem.
What is the Median Population Age in Salem?
Median Population Age in Salem is 38.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Salem
Average Family Size in Salem is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Salem
Average Household Size in Salem is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Salem?
Per Capita income in Salem is $46,919.
What is the Median Family Income in Salem?
Median Family Income in Salem is $105,422.
What is the Median Household income in Salem?
Median Household Income in Salem is $79,196.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Salem?
Income or Wage Gap in Salem is 10.8%.
Women in Salem earn 89.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Salem?
Family Income Deficit in Salem is $5,944.
Families that are below poverty line in Salem earn $5,944 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Salem?
Inequality or Gini Index in Salem is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Salem?
There are 26,951 People in the Labor Forcein in Salem.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Salem?
70.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Salem.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Salem?
Unemployment Rate in Salem is 5.0%.