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Salem, MO
B+
Population: 4,623
Home Price: $73,100
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Overview
Salem is a small town in the state of Missouri with a population of 4,623. The cost of living is low making it one of the most affordable places to live in the US. Salem has a hot summer and mild winter climate.
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Low Cost
Employment:
(C) Average
Cultural Diversity:
(C) Average
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(D) Fair
Safety Rating:
(C) Average
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
17.3 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Salem, MO
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Salem
Missouri
United States
Per Capita Income
$23,307
$26,718
$32,693
Median Household Income
$31,575
$53,831
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
4.9%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
14.0%
12.9%
10.5%
Age
Salem
Missouri
United States
Median Age
44.6
41.0
42.3
Gender
Salem
Missouri
United States
Male
44.1%
49.6%
49.8%
Female
55.9%
50.4%
50.2%
Race
Salem
Missouri
United States
White
92.3%
87.8%
80.3%
Black or African American
0.4%
5.8%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.2%
0.4%
2.7%
Asian
0.0%
0.7%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.2%
0.2%
Other Race
1.1%
0.9%
2.7%
Multiracial
5.9%
4.2%
5.2%
Housing Information
Salem
Missouri
United States
Median Home Price
$73,100
$122,062
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$440
$551
$801
Family Households
31.7%
31.7%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
49.5%
49.5%
26.2%
Homeowners
50.0%
71.6%
72.9%
Renters
50.0%
28.4%
27.1%
Education
Salem
Missouri
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
12.8%
9.9%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
42.0%
42.0%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
24.1%
20.8%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
3.1%
7.7%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
10.5%
11.4%
15.0%
Proficiency
Salem
Missouri
United States
Mathematics
36.9%
40.9%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
43.9%
48.9%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Salem
Missouri
United States
Murder
0.0
5.0
3.0
Rape
0.0
34.5
38.0
Robbery
0.0
29.8
40.7
Assault
122.6
216.8
188.5
Property Crime
Salem
Missouri
United States
Burglary
204.3
362.8
336.1
Theft
1573.0
1631.0
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
61.3
213.0
167.1
Arson
0.0
13.0
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Salem, MO
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
beef
mexican food
pork
countryside
hot sauce
salad
steak
beer
farmers markets
recipes
ice cream
meat
dishes
cafe
cheese
snacking
pizza
hamburgers
snacks
caf
basketball
baseball
softball
football
volleyball
little league
college football
sports teams
video games
tennis
major league
motorsports
mlb
teams
coaches
golf
recruiting
ncaa
hockey
racing
inspired by
local artists
drawing
creative arts
arts council
creative
graphic design
contemporary artist
exhibits
melodic bass
painting
theatre
nature
posters
zines
volunteerism
artistic
impressionist
library
artisans
spending time
video games
motorsports
books
hiking
fishing
anime
pc gamer
camping fishing
camping
adventures
ramblings
trading cards
legos
memes
hunting
computers
scifi
pokemon
collector
sports
arts
creative
motorsports
multimedia
pyrotechnic
bassheads
tv
theatre
recreation
comedy
programming
indie
commentary
films
ondemand
amenities
corporate
improv
broadcasting
riverways
sports
mountain
summer
winter
scenic rivers
arts
hiking
nature
indoors
space
fishing
camping fishing
beach
cabins
lodging
camping
mountains
frisbee
cooling centers
itd be cheaper
home depot
pharmacy
kits
shop local
holiday gifts
pickup
amazon
office furniture
walmart
candles
drivethru
cashier
yard sales
zippers
hotels
lowest prices
farmers market
farmers markets
etsy
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