West Salem
West Salem has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $19,423. Population has held roughly steady since 2000. 5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 20%. Median home value is $31,000. Households here earn about 40% less than the Illinois median.
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How many people live in West Salem, Illinois?
West Salem, Illinois has about 1,027 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in West Salem, Illinois?
The typical household in West Salem, Illinois earns about $19,423 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is West Salem, Illinois expensive?
In West Salem, Illinois, the median home is worth about $31,000, and the typical rent is about $244 a month.
How educated are people in West Salem, Illinois?
About 4.6% of adults age 25 and over in West Salem, Illinois hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in West Salem, Illinois?
About 8.6% of people in West Salem, Illinois live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024