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Welcome to Salem

Salem, the charming capital city of Oregon, is located in the center of Willamette Valley, with splendid views of the surrounding scenic mountainscapes, rivers, and basins. The capital is conveniently accessible and easy to navigate once you have settled into one of the many affordable residences located within this sprawling district. Salem has preserved its historic beauty within the community for future generations to appreciate with its stately homes and illustrious pasts.
 
Downtown Salem is the best place to explore the many restaurants, retailers, and historic theaters for all your shopping, dining, and recreational needs. If you're looking to rediscover some of the city's past accomplishments, be sure to take a walking tour of the historic district and learn about the classical buildings of yesteryear.
 
Residents regularly hang out in Salem's original urban event park, Riverfront Park, for all festival and concert occasions during the holidays. The newly developed pedestrian and bicycle bridge connect the community to the thousands of acres of parks and trails across the river for all your outdoor recreational needs. The easily accessible bridge offers those folks who live in the area the best possible way to embrace the fresh air by going for a nice bike ride or relaxing walk while taking in the scenes of the city.
 
The Salem Film Festival hosts up-and-coming filmmakers screening their latest projects for those in the area to embrace and enjoy with popcorn in hand. The Elsinore Theater, with its one-of-a-kind atmosphere and castle-like architecture, houses many of these films during this time.
 
The authentic historical ambiance of Salem offers potential buyers an opportunity to embody a simpler time while still having the benefits of modern-day life at their fingertips.

Overview for Salem, OR

174,193 people live in Salem, where the median age is 35.7 and the average individual income is $31,610. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

174,193

Total Population

35.7 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$31,610

Average individual Income

Around Salem, OR

There's plenty to do around Salem, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
67
Bikeable
Bike Score
36
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Mode Cakes, Hacemos Taquizas, and Thank You Berry Much Farms.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.35 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.02 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $ 4.41 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 2.5 miles 23 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.33 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.69 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Salem, OR

Salem has 64,426 households, with an average household size of 2.58. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Salem do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 174,193 people call Salem home. The population density is 3,568 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

174,193

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.7

Median Age

50.96 / 49.04%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
64,426

Total Households

2.58

Average Household Size

$31,610

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Salem, OR

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The following schools are within or nearby Salem. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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