Salem, UT
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
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Table Of Contents
Population
8,099
Unemployment
2.2%
Poverty
2.6%
Median Home
$331,900
Median Income
$98,750
Median Rent
$1,250
Salem SnackAbility
7
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
9/10
Housing
9
Affordability
8
Diversity
5
Safety
9.5
Amenities
7
Education
8.5
Commute
8.5
Salem, UT Crime Report
29
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
331.1
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-86.63%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Salem / 100k People |
Utah / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 29 | 331.1 | 2,404.9 | 2,476.7 |
| Violent Crime | 0 | 0.0 | 235.6 | 366.7 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | 35.1 | 81.6 |
| Aggravated Assault | 0 | 0.0 | 141.4 | 250.2 |
| Property Crime | 29 | 331.1 | 2,169.3 | 2,109.9 |
| Burglary | 2 | 22.8 | 276.7 | 340.5 |
| Larceny | 27 | 308.2 | 1,682.4 | 1,549.5 |
| Car Theft | 0 | 0.0 | 210.2 | 219.9 |
Salem, UT Cost Of Living
109
Salem's Overall Cost Of Living
Salem's Overall Cost Of Living
1.1x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Salem | Utah | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 109 | 103 | 100 | |
| Services | 100 | 98 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 94 | 99 | 100 | |
| Health | 92 | 93 | 100 | |
| Housing | 139 | 114 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 100 | 104 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 86 | 93 | 100 | |
Salem, UT Photos
Source: Wikipedia User TheFatManWhoNeverCameBack | GFDL
Rankings for Salem in Utah
Map Of Salem, UT
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Population over time in Salem
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 8,099 | 3.7% |
| 2018 | 7,808 | 4.1% |
| 2017 | 7,504 | 3.5% |
| 2016 | 7,247 | 3.3% |
| 2015 | 7,015 | 3.3% |
| 2014 | 6,789 | 3.0% |
| 2013 | 6,594 | 2.2% |
| 2012 | 6,454 | 3.1% |
| 2011 | 6,261 | 3.3% |
| 2010 | 6,060 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Salem
| Race | Salem | UT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 92.0% | 78.3% | 60.7% |
| African American | 0.4% | 1.1% | 12.3% |
| American Indian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Asian | 0.4% | 2.3% | 5.5% |
| Hawaiian | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Two Or More | 3.0% | 2.3% | 2.4% |
| Hispanic | 3.4% | 14.0% | 18.0% |
Gender in Salem
| Gender | Salem | UT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 49.7% | 50.8% |
| Male | 52.1% | 50.3% | 49.2% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Salem for adults over 25
| Education | Salem | UT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 2.0% | 6.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 7.0% |
| High School / GED | 21.0% | 23.0% | 27.0% |
| Some College | 28.0% | 26.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 10.0% | 8.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 27.0% | 23.0% | 20.0% |
| Master's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
Household Income For Salem, Utah
| Income | Salem | UT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.1% | 3.9% | 6.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.8% | 2.9% | 4.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.1% | 6.4% | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.1% | 7.7% | 8.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.0% | 12.1% | 12.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.7% | 19.5% | 17.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 17.4% | 15.5% | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 32.8% | 18.5% | 15.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.1% | 7.2% | 6.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 7.9% | 6.4% | 7.7% |
