About Salem
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- Age Ranges
- Population
- Income
- Households
- Schools
| Age Ranges | |
|---|---|
| 0-9 | 14.78% |
| 10-17 | 10.61% |
| 18-29 | 19.13% |
| 30-39 | 14.52% |
| 40-49 | 15.04% |
| 50-64 | 13.39% |
| 65 & Over | 12.53% |
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Land Area | 45.73 sq mi |
| Total Population | 145,842 |
| Population Density Ranking (National) | 62nd percentile |
| Population Density Ranking (State) | 61st percentile |
| Population Growth Rate | 0 |
| Population Growth Rate Ranking (National) | 78th percentile |
| Population Growth Rate Ranking (State) | 70th percentile |
| Income | |
|---|---|
| Median Income | $39,401 |
| Average Income Households W/ Children | $53,045 |
| Median Income Ranking (National) | 46th percentile |
| Median Income Ranking (State) | 48th percentile |
| Average Income Households W/ Children Ranking (National) | 50th percentile |
| Average Income Households W/ Children Ranking (State) | 55th percentile |
| Households | |
|---|---|
| Married | 49th percentile |
| Single | 51st percentile |
| Married With Children | 22nd percentile |
| Married With No Children | 26th percentile |
| Single With Children | 10th percentile |
| Single With No Children | 41st percentile |
| Schools | |
|---|---|
| School District Name | SALEM-KEIZER SD 24J |
| Student/Teacher Ratio | 18.88 : 1 |
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Salem Living
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- What towns are located to the southeast of Charlotte?
- There are several towns located to the southeast of Charlotte, including Monroe and Indian Trail. more
- Where is a good place to live if you want nightlife closeby?
- If you are looking for a good spot to rent with plenty of nightlife, you may want to check out one of the entertainment districts. more
- What is Southaven like?
- Southaven is a great town located near Memphis that has a thriving entertainment scene of its own. more
- What can a football fan find interesting about living in or around South Bend?
- South Bend is home to the College Football Hall of Fame and the University of Notre Dame, both fun and exciting destinations for football fans. more
- What is the Daytona area like?
- The Daytona area is known for its beaches, and it is made up of several different communities. more
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Neighborhoods Around Salem
- Northgate (24)
- South Gateway (18)
- West Salem (18)
- NOLA (16)
- Faye Wright (10)
Cities Near Salem
- Keizer (17)
- Tualatin (17)
- Brooks (15)
- Wilsonville (13)
- Corvallis (11)
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Apartments Near Salem Colleges and Universities
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- Willamette University Apartments (900)
- Corban College Apartments (814)