Salem, NJ

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Salem Overview

5,285
TOTAL POPULATION
2,323
MALE POPULATION
2,962
FEMALE POPULATION
78.43
MALES / 100 FEMALES
127.51
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,330
PER CAPITA INCOME
$48,936
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$35,143
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,089
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Salem Zip Codes

Salem Area Codes

Race in Salem

The most populous races in Salem are Black / African American (3,153 | 59.7%), White / Caucasian (1,877 | 35.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (542 | 10.3%).
Race in Salem
Race# Population% Population
Asian90.2%
Black / African American3,15359.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino54210.3%
Native / Alaskan380.7%
White / Caucasian1,87735.5%
Two or more Races1673.2%
Some other Race410.8%
Total5,285100.0%

Ancestry in Salem

The most populous ancestries reported in Salem are Puerto Rican (411 | 7.8%), Italian (362 | 6.9%), Irish (345 | 6.5%), German (294 | 5.6%), and English (288 | 5.4%), together accounting for 32.2% of all Salem residents.
Ancestry in Salem
Ancestry# Population% Population
African170.3%
American671.3%
Barbadian60.1%
Blackfeet561.1%
Burmese90.2%
Canadian80.2%
Central American511.0%
Cuban130.3%
Czech160.3%
Delaware140.3%
Dutch480.9%
Eastern European10.0%
English2885.4%
European160.3%
French420.8%
French Canadian40.1%
German2945.6%
Irish3456.5%
Italian3626.9%
Mexican581.1%
Mexican American Indian380.7%
Nicaraguan511.0%
Norwegian380.7%
Peruvian90.2%
Polish871.7%
Puerto Rican4117.8%
Scottish20.0%
South American90.2%
Subsaharan African170.3%
Swedish330.6%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian100.2%
Ukrainian100.2%
Welsh711.3%
West Indian60.1%
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Immigrants in Salem

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Salem came from Latin America (83 | 1.6%), Central America (51 | 1.0%), Nicaragua (51 | 1.0%), Caribbean (23 | 0.4%), and Eastern Europe (19 | 0.4%), together accounting for 4.3% of all Salem residents.
Immigrants in Salem
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia90.2%
Australia90.2%
Caribbean230.4%
Central America511.0%
Cuba130.3%
Eastern Europe190.4%
Europe190.4%
Latin America831.6%
Nicaragua511.0%
Oceania90.2%
Peru90.2%
Philippines90.2%
Poland190.4%
South America90.2%
South Eastern Asia90.2%
Trinidad and Tobago100.2%
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Sex and Age in Salem

Sex and Age in Salem

The most populous age groups in Salem are Under 5 Years (313 | 13.5%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (404 | 13.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years313 (13.5%)254 (8.6%)
5 to 9 Years148 (6.4%)404 (13.6%)
10 to 14 Years212 (9.1%)114 (3.8%)
15 to 19 Years71 (3.1%)64 (2.2%)
20 to 24 Years207 (8.9%)131 (4.4%)
25 to 29 Years64 (2.8%)209 (7.1%)
30 to 34 Years199 (8.6%)308 (10.4%)
35 to 39 Years145 (6.2%)152 (5.1%)
40 to 44 Years87 (3.7%)181 (6.1%)
45 to 49 Years51 (2.2%)135 (4.6%)
50 to 54 Years120 (5.2%)123 (4.2%)
55 to 59 Years92 (4.0%)215 (7.3%)
60 to 64 Years278 (12.0%)162 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years183 (7.9%)91 (3.1%)
70 to 74 Years84 (3.6%)133 (4.5%)
75 to 79 Years17 (0.7%)152 (5.1%)
80 to 84 Years39 (1.7%)11 (0.4%)
85 Years and over13 (0.6%)123 (4.2%)
Total2,323 (100.0%)2,962 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Salem

Median Family Size in Salem

The median family size in Salem is 3.40 persons per family, with single male/father families (88 | 7.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.94 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (491 | 44.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.15 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Salem
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple491 (44.1%)3.15
Single Male/Father88 (7.9%)3.94
Single Female/Mother534 (48.0%)3.54
Total Families1,113 (100.0%)3.40

Median Household Size in Salem

The median household size in Salem is 2.42 persons per household, with single male/father households (88 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.88 persons per household. non-family households (1,059 | 48.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Salem
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple491 (22.6%)3.20
Single Male/Father88 (4.1%)4.88
Single Female/Mother534 (24.6%)3.77
Non-family1,059 (48.8%)1.18
Total Households2,172 (100.0%)2.42

Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem

Out of a total of 2,172 households in Salem, 1,113 (51.2%) are family households, while 1,059 (48.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 537, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 962.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Salem
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-962 (44.3%)
2-Person Households537 (24.7%)39 (1.8%)
3-Person Households222 (10.2%)45 (2.1%)
4-Person Households217 (10.0%)13 (0.6%)
5-Person Households102 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households35 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,113 (51.2%)1,059 (48.8%)

Female Fertility in Salem

Fertility by Age in Salem

Average fertility rate in Salem is 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 100.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 72.2% 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 years65 (72.2%)100.0
35 to 50 years25 (27.8%)51.0
Total90 (100.0%)75.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salem

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salem
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)65 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Salem

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma25 (27.8%)52.0
College or Associate's Degree65 (72.2%)205.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total90 (100.0%)75.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salem

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salem
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)65 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)

Income in Salem

Income Overview in Salem

Per Capita Income in Salem is $21,330, while median incomes of families and households are $48,936 and $35,143 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,285$21,330
Median Family Income1,113$48,936
Mean Family Income1,113$64,474
Median Household Income2,172$35,143
Mean Household Income2,172$47,188
Income Deficit1,113$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,28533.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,28566.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,2850.47

Earnings by Sex in Salem

Average Earnings in Salem are $30,909, $37,137 for men and $24,625 for women, a difference of 33.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Salem
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male899 (43.4%)$37,137
Female1,171 (56.6%)$24,625
Total2,070 (100.0%)$30,909

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem

The most common earnings brackets in Salem are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (96 | 10.7%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (203 | 17.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salem
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less69 (7.7%)75 (6.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99922 (2.5%)203 (17.3%)
$5,000 to $7,49923 (2.6%)51 (4.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99977 (8.6%)56 (4.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49914 (1.6%)74 (6.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99925 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49923 (2.6%)22 (1.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99955 (6.1%)47 (4.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4995 (0.6%)15 (1.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99915 (1.7%)50 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99944 (4.9%)46 (3.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99951 (5.7%)84 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99937 (4.1%)63 (5.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99956 (6.2%)73 (6.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99945 (5.0%)177 (15.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99927 (3.0%)24 (2.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99995 (10.6%)35 (3.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99925 (2.8%)30 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99996 (10.7%)12 (1.0%)
$100,000+95 (10.6%)34 (2.9%)
Total899 (100.0%)1,171 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem

Average earnings in Salem are $46,875 for men and $30,705 for women, a difference of 34.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $114,013, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $37,125. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $44,718, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $19,239.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$37,125$0
High School Diploma$39,167$19,239
College or Associate's Degree$64,464$37,821
Bachelor's Degree$114,013$40,938
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,875$30,705

Family Income in Salem

Family Income Brackets in Salem

According to the Salem family income data, there are 357 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 32.1% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 24 families (2.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Salem
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000787.0%
$10,000 to $14,999322.9%
$15,000 to $24,99912010.8%
$25,000 to $34,999454.0%
$35,000 to $49,99935732.1%
$50,000 to $74,99915213.7%
$75,000 to $99,99912611.3%
$100,000 to $149,99915113.6%
$150,000 to $199,999242.2%
$200,000+292.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem

2-person families (563 | 50.6%) account for the highest median family income in Salem with $59,125 per family, while 2-person families (563 | 50.6%) have the highest median income of $29,562 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salem
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families563 (50.6%)$59,125
3-Person Families265 (23.8%)$46,576
4-Person Families211 (19.0%)$42,679
5-Person Families39 (3.5%)$0
6-Person Families35 (3.1%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,113 (100.0%)$48,936

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salem
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners156 (14.0%)$0
1 Earner648 (58.2%)$48,251
2 Earners231 (20.7%)$82,098
3+ Earners78 (7.0%)$101,000
Total1,113 (100.0%)$48,936

Household Income in Salem

Household Income Brackets in Salem

With 480 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in Salem, accounting for 22.1% of all households. In contrast, only 24 households (1.1%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Salem
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001326.1%
$10,000 to $14,99948022.1%
$15,000 to $24,99923510.8%
$25,000 to $34,99923710.9%
$35,000 to $49,99942119.4%
$50,000 to $74,99928913.3%
$75,000 to $99,9991306.0%
$100,000 to $149,9991959.0%
$150,000 to $199,999241.1%
$200,000+281.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Salem

The median household income in Salem is $35,143, with the highest median household income of $48,222 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 649 households (29.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 25 households (1.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Salem
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years25 (1.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years649 (29.9%)$48,222
45 to 64 Years831 (38.3%)$0
65+ Years667 (30.7%)$28,622
Total2,172 (100.0%)$35,143

Poverty in Salem

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem

With 33.4% poverty level for males and 30.2% for females among the residents of Salem, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 26 males (100.0%) and 75 females (57.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years187 (59.7%)144 (56.7%)
5 Years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)111 (22.4%)
12 to 14 Years105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years39 (54.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years75 (36.2%)75 (57.3%)
25 to 34 Years75 (28.5%)107 (20.7%)
35 to 44 Years53 (22.8%)103 (30.9%)
45 to 54 Years37 (21.6%)87 (33.7%)
55 to 64 Years126 (34.1%)190 (50.4%)
65 to 74 Years43 (16.1%)62 (27.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (5.9%)
Total766 (33.4%)896 (30.2%)

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 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years126 (40.3%)110 (43.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years198 (100.0%)385 (77.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years32 (45.1%)64 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years132 (63.8%)56 (42.7%)
25 to 34 Years188 (71.5%)410 (79.3%)
35 to 44 Years179 (77.2%)230 (69.1%)
45 to 54 Years134 (78.4%)171 (66.3%)
55 to 64 Years244 (65.9%)187 (49.6%)
65 to 74 Years224 (83.9%)162 (72.3%)
75 Years and over69 (100.0%)269 (94.1%)
Total1,526 (66.6%)2,066 (69.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salem

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Salem show that 10.0% or 49 of the total 491 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 55.1%, comprising of 27 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salem
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children275 (92.6%)22 (7.4%)
1 or 2 Children145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children22 (44.9%)27 (55.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total442 (90.0%)49 (10.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salem

According to the poverty data in Salem, 52.3% or 46 single-father households and 25.1% or 134 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 46 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 50 households (34.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salem
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)50 (34.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)84 (21.7%)
3 or 4 Children46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (52.3%)134 (25.1%)

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

The poverty data for Salem shows that 49 of the married-couple family households (10.0%) and 180 of the single-parent households (28.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (55.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salem
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children22 (7.4%)50 (29.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)84 (20.6%)
3 or 4 Children27 (55.1%)46 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (10.0%)180 (28.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Salem

Employment by Class of Employer in Salem

Among the 1,797 employed individuals in Salem, private company employees (1,147 | 63.8%), not-for-profit organizations (272 | 15.1%), and local government employees (180 | 10.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Salem
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,14763.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)412.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)724.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations27215.1%
Local Government Employees18010.0%
State Government Employees724.0%
Federal Government Employees130.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,797100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Salem

According to the labor force statistics for Salem, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,840), 54.4% or 2,089 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.5% or 261 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 85.5% or 483 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 85.9% or 61 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Salem
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years71 (52.6%)61 (85.9%)
20 to 24 Years236 (69.8%)50 (21.2%)
25 to 29 Years180 (65.9%)22 (12.2%)
30 to 34 Years328 (64.7%)1 (0.3%)
35 to 44 Years483 (85.5%)84 (17.4%)
45 to 54 Years330 (76.9%)44 (13.3%)
55 to 59 Years123 (40.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years161 (36.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years99 (20.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over79 (22.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,089 (54.4%)261 (12.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem

According to labor force statistics for Salem, 63.7% of individuals (1,606) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,521) are in the labor force, with 9.4% or 151 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 80.2% or 199 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.5% or 62 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salem
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School301 (77.0%)64 (16.3%)
High School Diploma729 (58.2%)69 (5.5%)
College / Associate Degree376 (59.7%)104 (16.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher199 (80.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,606 (63.7%)237 (9.4%)

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 (124 | 6.8%), Community & Social Service (117 | 6.4%), Management (112 | 6.1%), Business & Financial (47 | 2.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (47 | 2.6%).
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 Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Business & Financial (89.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Management59 (52.7%)53 (47.3%)
Business & Financial5 (10.6%)42 (89.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science19 (70.4%)8 (29.6%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 38 (32.5%)79 (67.5%)
Education, Arts & Media8 (20.0%)32 (80.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating53 (42.7%)71 (57.3%)
Health Technologists5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)174 (40.7%)253 (59.3%)
Total (Overall)721 (39.4%)1,107 (60.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Salem are Healthcare Support (217 | 11.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (146 | 8.0%), Security & Protection (93 | 5.1%), Firefighting & Prevention (85 | 4.6%), and Personal Care & Service (56 | 3.1%).
Services Occupations in Salem

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Salem, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (35.1%), and Security & Protection (25.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (93.1%), Personal Care & Service (87.5%), and Healthcare Support (83.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support35 (16.1%)182 (83.9%)
Security & Protection24 (25.8%)69 (74.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention16 (18.8%)69 (81.2%)
Law Enforcement8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving13 (35.1%)24 (64.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (6.9%)136 (93.1%)
Personal Care & Service7 (12.5%)49 (87.5%)
Total (Category)89 (16.2%)460 (83.8%)
Total (Overall)721 (39.4%)1,107 (60.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Salem are Office & Administration (120 | 6.6%), and Sales & Related (39 | 2.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Salem

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related27 (69.2%)12 (30.8%)
Office & Administration19 (15.8%)101 (84.2%)
Total (Category)46 (28.9%)113 (71.1%)
Total (Overall)721 (39.4%)1,107 (60.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Salem are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (101 | 5.5%), and Construction & Extraction (15 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Salem

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)721 (39.4%)1,107 (60.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Salem are Production (305 | 16.7%), Material Moving (259 | 14.2%), and Transportation (13 | 0.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Salem

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Salem
OccupationMaleFemale
Production142 (46.6%)163 (53.4%)
Transportation13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving141 (54.4%)118 (45.6%)
Total (Category)296 (51.3%)281 (48.7%)
Total (Overall)721 (39.4%)1,107 (60.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Salem

Employment Industries in Salem

The major employment industries in Salem include Health Care & Social Assistance (462 | 25.3%), Manufacturing (234 | 12.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (192 | 10.5%), Wholesale Trade (123 | 6.7%), and Administrative & Support (102 | 5.6%).
Employment Industries in Salem

Employment Industries by Sex in Salem

The Salem industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (92.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (87.0%), and Public Administration (79.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Salem
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing175 (74.8%)59 (25.2%)
Wholesale Trade37 (30.1%)86 (69.9%)
Retail Trade57 (60.6%)37 (39.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing26 (30.6%)59 (69.4%)
Utilities25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance22 (34.4%)42 (65.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific24 (54.5%)20 (45.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support26 (25.5%)76 (74.5%)
Educational Services6 (7.5%)74 (92.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance108 (23.4%)354 (76.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services25 (13.0%)167 (87.0%)
Public Administration18 (20.2%)71 (79.8%)
Total721 (39.4%)1,107 (60.6%)

Education in Salem

School Enrollment in Salem

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,315 students in Salem are elementary school (536 | 40.8%), middle school (263 | 20.0%), and high school (165 | 12.6%).
School Enrollment in Salem
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1299.8%
Kindergarten574.3%
Elementary School53640.8%
Middle School26320.0%
High School16512.6%
College / Undergraduate15511.8%
Graduate / Professional100.8%
Total1,315100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salem

Out of a total of 1,315 students who are enrolled in schools in Salem, 71 (5.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,244 (94.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 18 (100.0% 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 552 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salem
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds121 (93.8%)8 (6.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old552 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds305 (93.6%)21 (6.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds89 (78.8%)24 (21.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
35 Years and over52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,244 (94.6%)71 (5.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salem

Business (91 | 18.8%), education (83 | 17.2%), social sciences (61 | 12.6%), arts & humanities (46 | 9.5%), and visual & performing arts (34 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 484 individuals in Salem who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salem
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural316.4%
Physical & Health Sciences245.0%
Psychology163.3%
Social Sciences6112.6%
Engineering193.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies306.2%
Science & Technology316.4%
Business9118.8%
Education8317.2%
Literature & Languages183.7%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts347.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities469.5%
Total484100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Salem

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Salem are males with 2 vehicles (313, accounting for 44.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (306, making up 28.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salem
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle24 (3.4%)174 (15.9%)
1 Vehicle194 (27.8%)433 (39.4%)
2 Vehicles313 (44.9%)306 (27.9%)
3 Vehicles128 (18.4%)141 (12.8%)
4 Vehicles25 (3.6%)37 (3.4%)
5 or more Vehicles13 (1.9%)7 (0.6%)
Total697 (100.0%)1,098 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Salem

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Salem are 30 to 34 minutes (330 commuters, 20.8%), 20 to 24 minutes (240 commuters, 15.1%), and 5 to 9 minutes (204 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time in Salem
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes654.1%
5 to 9 Minutes20412.9%
10 to 14 Minutes16910.7%
15 to 19 Minutes613.8%
20 to 24 Minutes24015.1%
25 to 29 Minutes17711.2%
30 to 34 Minutes33020.8%
35 to 39 Minutes905.7%
40 to 44 Minutes70.4%
45 to 59 Minutes664.2%
60 to 89 Minutes1469.2%
90 or more Minutes311.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Salem

The most common commute times in Salem are 5 to 9 minutes (129 commuters, 19.7%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (203 commuters, 21.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Salem
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes24 (3.7%)41 (4.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes129 (19.7%)75 (8.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes22 (3.4%)147 (15.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes26 (4.0%)35 (3.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes126 (19.3%)114 (12.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes64 (9.8%)113 (12.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes127 (19.4%)203 (21.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes43 (6.6%)47 (5.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes7 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes51 (7.8%)15 (1.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes23 (3.5%)123 (13.2%)
90 or more Minutes12 (1.8%)19 (2.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salem

The most frequent times of departure to work in Salem are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (129, 19.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (163, 17.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salem
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM49 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6 (0.9%)46 (4.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM34 (5.2%)29 (3.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM98 (15.0%)59 (6.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM43 (6.6%)109 (11.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM129 (19.7%)91 (9.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM21 (3.2%)163 (17.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM67 (10.2%)137 (14.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM25 (3.8%)67 (7.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM13 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM21 (3.2%)39 (4.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM37 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM67 (10.2%)93 (10.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM44 (6.7%)99 (10.6%)
Total654 (100.0%)932 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Salem

Occupancy by Ownership in Salem

Of the total 2,172 dwellings in Salem, owner-occupied units account for 734 (33.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,438 (66.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Salem
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units73433.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,43866.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,172100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Salem

Occupancy by Household Size in Salem
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household96244.3%
2-Person Household57626.5%
3-Person Household26712.3%
4+ Person Household36716.9%
Total Housing Units2,172100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salem
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household345 (35.9%)617 (64.1%)
2-Person Household254 (44.1%)322 (55.9%)
3-Person Household77 (28.8%)190 (71.2%)
4+ Person Household58 (15.8%)309 (84.2%)
Total Housing Units734 (33.8%)1,438 (66.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salem
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School193 (38.5%)309 (61.6%)
High School Diploma176 (20.0%)706 (80.0%)
College/Associate Degree160 (32.6%)331 (67.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher205 (69.0%)92 (31.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salem
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years44020.3%
35 to 44 Years23410.8%
45 to 54 Years29913.8%
55 to 64 Years53224.5%
65 to 74 Years34115.7%
75 to 84 Years1969.0%
85 Years and Over1306.0%
Total2,172100.0%

Housing Finances in Salem

Median Income by Occupancy in Salem

Median Income by Occupancy in Salem
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied734 (33.8%)$50,962
Renter-Occupied1,438 (66.2%)$31,286
Average2,172 (100.0%)$35,143

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salem
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00022 (3.0%)26 (1.8%)
$5,000 to $9,9997 (0.9%)77 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $14,999110 (15.0%)371 (25.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99940 (5.4%)113 (7.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99917 (2.3%)64 (4.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999101 (13.8%)136 (9.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99965 (8.9%)356 (24.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999138 (18.8%)151 (10.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99963 (8.6%)67 (4.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999140 (19.1%)55 (3.8%)
$150,000 or more31 (4.2%)22 (1.5%)
Total734 (100.0%)1,438 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salem
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30018 (2.5%)111 (7.7%)
$300 to $49957 (7.8%)86 (6.0%)
$500 to $799274 (37.3%)223 (15.5%)
$800 to $99960 (8.2%)352 (24.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499125 (17.0%)457 (31.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999132 (18.0%)155 (10.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49940 (5.4%)46 (3.2%)
$2,500 to $2,9997 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more21 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total734 (100.0%)1,438 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Salem

Housing Structures in Salem

Housing Structures in Salem
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached75134.6%
Single Unit, Attached54224.9%
2 Unit Apartments25511.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments33115.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments632.9%
10 or more Apartments22510.4%
Mobile Home / Other50.2%
Total2,172100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salem
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached589 (78.4%)162 (21.6%)
Single Unit, Attached138 (25.5%)404 (74.5%)
2 Unit Apartments2 (0.8%)253 (99.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)331 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)63 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)225 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total734 (33.8%)1,438 (66.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salem

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salem
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)69 (4.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)142 (9.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms112 (15.3%)893 (62.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms455 (62.0%)180 (12.5%)
8 or more Rooms167 (22.8%)154 (10.7%)
Total734 (100.0%)1,438 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salem
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas319 (43.5%)754 (52.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)30 (2.1%)
Electricity38 (5.2%)466 (32.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene374 (50.9%)177 (12.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)11 (0.8%)
Total734 (100.0%)1,438 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Salem

Household Vehicle Usage in Salem
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle100 (13.6%)498 (34.6%)
1 Vehicle263 (35.8%)656 (45.6%)
2 Vehicles274 (37.3%)232 (16.1%)
3 or more Vehicles97 (13.2%)52 (3.6%)
Total734 (100.0%)1,438 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Salem

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Salem

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units387347
Median Property Value$62,900$69,200
Median Household Income$35,066$24
Monthly Housing Costs$652$21
Real Estate Taxes$2,746$25

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salem
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000121 (31.3%)118 (34.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999217 (56.1%)120 (34.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99934 (8.8%)102 (29.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99915 (3.9%)7 (2.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total387 (100.0%)347 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salem
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)3 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $24,999160 (41.3%)29 (8.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99933 (8.5%)7 (2.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99934 (8.8%)68 (19.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99989 (23.0%)31 (8.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (5.2%)49 (14.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99944 (11.4%)43 (12.4%)
$150,000 or more7 (1.8%)96 (27.7%)
Total387 (100.0%)347 (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 2.0x209 (54.0%)69,886 (20,140.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x41 (10.6%)262 (75.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x7 (1.8%)34 (9.8%)
4.0x or more130 (33.6%)13 (3.7%)
Total387 (100.0%)347 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salem
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80039 (10.1%)22 (6.3%)
$800 to $1,49924 (6.2%)5 (1.4%)
$800 to $1,499301 (77.8%)4 (1.1%)
Total387 (100.0%)347 (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 Years593 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years987 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years397 (97.1%)12 (2.9%)
26 to 34 Years612 (86.3%)97 (13.7%)
35 to 44 Years470 (83.2%)95 (16.8%)
45 to 54 Years420 (97.9%)9 (2.1%)
55 to 64 Years736 (98.5%)11 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years491 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older355 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,061 (95.8%)224 (4.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salem
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born593 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen987 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen397 (97.1%)12 (2.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salem
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,557 (99.1%)15 (0.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,709 (93.3%)123 (6.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999602 (89.4%)71 (10.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999255 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over914 (98.4%)15 (1.6%)

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 6461 (77.7%)161 (27.2%)
6 to 18 Years740 (75.0%)271 (27.5%)
19 to 25 Years244 (59.7%)153 (37.4%)
25 to 34 Years436 (61.5%)190 (26.8%)
35 to 44 Years245 (43.4%)225 (39.8%)
45 to 54 Years211 (49.2%)209 (48.7%)
55 to 64 Years433 (58.0%)371 (49.7%)
65 to 74 Years491 (100.0%)298 (60.7%)
75 Years and over355 (100.0%)199 (56.1%)
Total3,616 (68.4%)2,077 (39.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salem

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salem
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years145 (33.6%)70 (12.0%)
18 to 34 Years77 (16.4%)208 (32.1%)
35 to 64 Years194 (25.1%)301 (31.1%)
65 to 74 Years90 (33.7%)124 (55.4%)
75 Years and over44 (63.8%)135 (47.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Salem

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)46 (7.9%)
18 to 34 Years25 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (0.8%)14 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years8 (3.0%)19 (8.5%)
75 Years and over1 (1.5%)119 (41.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (2.5%)15 (2.3%)
35 to 64 Years13 (1.7%)83 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)61 (27.2%)
75 Years and over34 (49.3%)6 (2.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years145 (33.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years41 (8.7%)128 (19.8%)
35 to 64 Years104 (13.5%)174 (18.0%)
65 to 74 Years39 (14.6%)17 (7.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)111 (38.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)24 (4.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)65 (10.0%)
35 to 64 Years85 (11.0%)144 (14.9%)
65 to 74 Years45 (16.9%)91 (40.6%)
75 Years and over9 (13.0%)124 (43.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Salem: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years27 (5.7%)65 (10.0%)
35 to 64 Years88 (11.4%)60 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years21 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (3.8%)

Technology Access in Salem

Computing Device Access in Salem

Computing Device Access in Salem
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,14352.6%
Smartphone1,70778.6%
Tablet92242.4%
No Computing Device36616.9%
Total2,172100.0%

Internet Access in Salem

Internet Access in Salem
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet20.1%
Broadband Home1,35262.3%
Cellular Data Only31114.3%
Satellite Internet211.0%
No Internet49822.9%
Total2,172100.0%

Salem Summary

Salem, New Jersey is a city located in Salem County, in the southwestern part of the state. It is situated on the Delaware River, near the Delaware Bay. The city has a population of 5,146, according to the 2010 census.

History

Salem was first settled in 1675 by a group of Quakers from England. The town was named after the biblical city of Salem, which was the home of the prophet Elijah. The town was incorporated in 1798 and was the county seat of Salem County until 1867.
The city was an important port during the colonial period, and was a major center for shipbuilding and trade. During the Revolutionary War, the city was the site of several battles, including the Battle of Salem.
In the 19th century, Salem became an important industrial center, with several factories and mills. The city was also a major center for the production of glass and pottery.

Geography

Salem is located in the southwestern part of New Jersey, on the Delaware River. It is bordered by Pennsville Township to the north, Mannington Township to the east, and Alloway Township to the south. The city has a total area of 2.3 square miles, all of which is land.
The city is located in the Delaware Valley, and is part of the Atlantic Coastal Plain. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Salem is largely based on manufacturing and services. The city is home to several factories and mills, including a glass factory, a pottery factory, and a paper mill.
The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The city is served by the Salem County Airport, which offers flights to Philadelphia and other cities.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Salem was 5,146. The racial makeup of the city was 79.3% White, 15.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the city was $18,945. About 16.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Salem?
Total Population of Salem is 5,285.
What is the Total Male Population of Salem?
Total Male Population of Salem is 2,323.
What is the Total Female Population of Salem?
Total Female Population of Salem is 2,962.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Salem?
There are 78.43 Males per 100 Females in Salem.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Salem?
There are 127.51 Females per 100 Males in Salem.
What is the Median Population Age in Salem?
Median Population Age in Salem is 34.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Salem
Average Family Size in Salem is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Salem
Average Household Size in Salem is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Salem?
Per Capita income in Salem is $21,330.
What is the Median Family Income in Salem?
Median Family Income in Salem is $48,936.
What is the Median Household income in Salem?
Median Household Income in Salem is $35,143.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Salem?
Income or Wage Gap in Salem is 33.7%.
Women in Salem earn 66.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Salem?
Inequality or Gini Index in Salem is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Salem?
There are 2,089 People in the Labor Forcein in Salem.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Salem?
54.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Salem.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Salem?
Unemployment Rate in Salem is 12.5%.