Salem, WV A-

Population: 1,914
Home Price: $61,800

Overview

Salem is a small town in the state of West Virginia with a population of 1,914. 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: Families
  • School Rating: (C) Average
  • Safety Rating: NA
  • Public Transport: (D) Fair
  • Average Commute: 19.4 minutes
  • Walkability: (A) Excellent
  • Climate: Hot Summer and Mild Winter
  • Shopping Mall: -
  • Near Beach or Lake: -
  • Near Mountains: -
  • Near Parks & Green Space: -

Social and Economic Statistics of Salem, WV

Employment and Income Salem West Virginia United States
Per Capita Income $20,992 $24,785 $32,693
Median Household Income $42,663 $47,861 $65,483
Unemployment Rate 5.1% 8.7% 5.7%
Poverty Rate 19.8% 16.4% 10.5%
Age Salem West Virginia United States
Median Age 29.7 43.8 42.3


Gender Salem West Virginia United States
Male 56.5% 49.2% 49.8%
Female 43.5% 50.8% 50.2%


Race Salem West Virginia United States
White 90.2% 92.7% 80.3%
Black or African American 4.5% 3.7% 7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native 0.0% 0.1% 2.7%
Asian 0.9% 0.4% 1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 0.3% 0.0% 0.2%
Other Race 0.7% 0.5% 2.7%
Multiracial 3.3% 2.5% 5.2%
Housing Information Salem West Virginia United States
Median Home Price $61,800 $106,257 $208,542
Median Monthly Rent $435 $519 $801
Family Households 33.0% 33.0% 48.6%
Nonfamily Households 24.5% 24.5% 26.2%
Homeowners 72.6% 73.3% 72.9%
Renters 27.4% 26.7% 27.1%
Education Salem West Virginia United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent 8.4% 9.6% 7.5%
Some College, no Degree 41.9% 41.9% 34.0%
Associate's Degree 16.4% 17.2% 21.2%
Bachelor's Degree 8.4% 7.2% 9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree 9.6% 9.6% 15.0%
Proficiency Salem West Virginia United States
Mathematics 52.0% 39.6% 46.8%
Reading/Language Arts NA% NA% 50.7%

Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People

Violent Crime Salem West Virginia United States
Murder NA 5.0 3.0
Rape NA 25.4 38.0
Robbery NA 19.5 40.7
Assault NA 172.6 188.5


Property Crime Salem West Virginia United States
Burglary NA 200.9 336.1
Theft NA 1408.7 1913.7
Vehicle Theft NA 87.3 167.1
Arson NA 6.7 10.5

Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Salem, WV

  • beef
  • meat
  • chickfila
  • nutrition
  • snack
  • mcdonalds
  • burger
  • meal
  • bread
  • wine
  • cheese
  • pizza
  • beer
  • water polo
  • baseball
  • college basketball
  • basketball
  • wrestling
  • athlete
  • college football
  • soccer
  • football
  • volleyball
  • pro wrestling
  • teams
  • tennis
  • softball
  • swimming
  • coaches
  • recruiting
  • athletes
  • ncaa
  • athletics
  • webcomic
  • comic
  • drawing
  • artists
  • creative
  • studios
  • creation
  • poster
  • nfts
  • craft
  • studio
  • nft
  • collection
  • good time #wildandwonderful
  • junk
  • nascar
  • tv shows
  • anime
  • fulltime
  • adventures
  • books
  • toys
  • pro wrestling
  • sports
  • tv
  • tv shows
  • hospitality
  • booking
  • sporting events
  • arts
  • marketing
  • drama
  • creative
  • promotions
  • studios
  • influencer
  • lifestyle
  • studio
  • comedy
  • swimming
  • sports
  • pool
  • watoga
  • summer
  • indoor
  • facility
  • winter
  • sightseeing
  • facilities
  • space
  • arts
  • mountain
  • beaches
  • black friday
  • soda
  • publix
  • groceries
  • toys
  • merch
  • mcdonalds
  • walmart
  • amazon

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