Salem, OR
Demographics And Statistics
Living In Salem, Oregon Summary
Life in Salem research summary. HomeSnacks has been using Saturday Night Science to research the quality of life in Salem over the past nine years using Census, FBI, Zillow, and other primary data sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Salem:
The population in Salem is 176,666.
The median home value in Salem is $431,251.
The median income in Salem is $71,900.
The cost of living in Salem is 117 which is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Salem is $1,323.
The unemployment rate in Salem is 5.3%.
The poverty rate in Salem is 14.7%.
The average high in Salem is 62.7° and the average low is 42.8°.
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Salem, OR Crime Report
Crime in Salem summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Salem. Key points include:
There were 5,935 total crimes in Salem in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Salem is 3,335.5 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Salem is 532.2 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Salem is 2,803.3 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Salem is 57.39% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Salem Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Salem / 100k People |
Oregon / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 5,935 | 3,335.5 | 2,719.1 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 947 | 532.2 | 331.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 8 | 4.5 | 3.7 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 158 | 88.8 | 57.0 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 715 | 401.8 | 229.1 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 4,988 | 2,803.3 | 2,388.0 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 787 | 442.3 | 306.5 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 3,498 | 1,965.9 | 1,789.5 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 703 | 395.1 | 292.1 | 259.0 |
Salem, OR Cost Of Living
Cost of living in Salem summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Salem. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Oregon. Key points include:
The cost of living in Salem is 117 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Salem is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Salem is $431,251.
The median income in Salem is $71,900.
Salem's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Salem Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Salem | Oregon | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 117 | 112 | 100 | |
| Services | 107 | 107 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 111 | 107 | 100 | |
| Health | 110 | 104 | 100 | |
| Housing | 134 | 124 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 126 | 116 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 98 | 97 | 100 | |
Salem, OR Weather
The average high in Salem is 62.7° and the average low is 42.8°.
There are 90.9 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 43.0 inches of precipitation each year with 5.1 inches of snow.
| Stat | Salem |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 62.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 42.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 90.9 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 43.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 5.1 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Salem, OR Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Salem
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HomeSnacks User - 2018-07-15 14:45:30.134268
Nestled in the lush and colorful Willamette Valley--just 50 miles south of Portland you'll find Salem, Oregon's capital. With low crime, a sprawling economy, great wages, and highly educated work force, Salem makes for a vibrant community to raise a family, or meet that special someone. The recreational opportunities, year-round are truly unsurpassed. Ranging from the pacfic northwest's majestic cascade range--which offers excellent snow-sports and hiking, to oregon's picturesque oregon coast--with awe-inspiring cliffs, and scenic beauty that rivals any other beaches found on the east coast.
Cultural diversity, natural beauty, and good drivers!
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Salem Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Salem
The current population in Salem is 176,666. The population has increased 16.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 176,666 | 0.5% |
| 2022 | 175,754 | 0.9% |
| 2021 | 174,193 | 1.4% |
| 2020 | 171,806 | 1.5% |
| 2019 | 169,259 | 1.5% |
| 2018 | 166,756 | 1.9% |
| 2017 | 163,654 | 1.0% |
| 2016 | 161,975 | 1.2% |
| 2015 | 160,008 | 1.3% |
| 2014 | 157,967 | 0.7% |
| 2013 | 156,937 | 1.4% |
| 2012 | 154,835 | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 153,481 | 1.1% |
| 2010 | 151,809 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Salem
Salem is:
63.9% White with 112,909 White residents.
1.4% African American with 2,531 African American residents.
0.5% American Indian with 854 American Indian residents.
3.5% Asian with 6,194 Asian residents.
1.6% Hawaiian with 2,769 Hawaiian residents.
0.5% Other with 880 Other residents.
5.2% Two Or More with 9,206 Two Or More residents.
23.4% Hispanic with 41,323 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Salem | OR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 63.9% | 72.3% | 58.2% |
| African American | 1.4% | 1.8% | 12.0% |
| American Indian | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3.5% | 4.4% | 5.7% |
| Hawaiian | 1.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Two Or More | 5.2% | 5.6% | 3.9% |
| Hispanic | 23.4% | 14.3% | 19.0% |
Gender in Salem
Salem is 49.5% female with 87,371 female residents.
Salem is 50.5% male with 89,295 male residents.
| Gender | Salem | OR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Salem for adults over 25
7.0% of adults in Salem completed < 9th grade.
6.0% of adults in Salem completed 9-12th grade.
22.0% of adults in Salem completed high school / ged.
25.0% of adults in Salem completed some college.
9.0% of adults in Salem completed associate's degree.
19.0% of adults in Salem completed bachelor's degree.
9.0% of adults in Salem completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Salem completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Salem completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Salem | OR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 7.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 22.0% | 22.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 25.0% | 24.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19.0% | 22.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Salem, Oregon
4.6% of households in Salem earn Less than $10,000.
4.4% of households in Salem earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.5% of households in Salem earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.5% of households in Salem earn $25,000 to $34,999.
11.2% of households in Salem earn $35,000 to $49,999.
17.5% of households in Salem earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.6% of households in Salem earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.0% of households in Salem earn $100,000 to $149,999.
8.1% of households in Salem earn $150,000 to $199,999.
8.4% of households in Salem earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Salem | OR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.6% | 4.4% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.4% | 3.4% | 3.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.5% | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.5% | 6.4% | 6.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.2% | 10.5% | 10.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.5% | 15.9% | 15.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.6% | 13.3% | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.0% | 18.5% | 17.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.1% | 9.6% | 9.3% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.4% | 11.8% | 12.6% |
