West Salem
West Salem has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $27,031. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 24%. Median home value is $39,700. Households here earn about 42% less than the Illinois median.
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How many people live in West Salem, Illinois?
West Salem, Illinois has about 1,001 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in West Salem, Illinois?
The typical household in West Salem, Illinois earns about $27,031 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 $39,700, and the typical rent is about $355 a month.
How educated are people in West Salem, Illinois?
About 9.5% 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 11.2% of people in West Salem, Illinois live below the federal poverty line.
Has West Salem, Illinois grown since 1990?
Yes, West Salem, Illinois has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 26 residents, a change of about -3 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024