Salem
Salem has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $29,256. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 24%. Median home value has risen by half since 1990, reaching $63,700. Households here earn about 30% less than the Indiana median.
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How many people live in Salem, Indiana?
Salem, Indiana has about 6,172 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Salem, Indiana?
The typical household in Salem, Indiana earns about $29,256 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Salem, Indiana expensive?
In Salem, Indiana, the median home is worth about $63,700, and the typical rent is about $410 a month.
How educated are people in Salem, Indiana?
About 9.2% of adults age 25 and over in Salem, Indiana hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Salem, Indiana?
About 11.6% of people in Salem, Indiana live below the federal poverty line.
Has Salem, Indiana grown since 1990?
Yes, Salem, Indiana has grown since 1990. The population has added about 553 residents, a change of about 10 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024