Salem city, Massachusetts
Salem city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Salem city is a geographic entity located in Essex County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 45,381. The land area covers 8.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 45,381 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 20,267 | ±583 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 21,492 | ±587 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 20,267 | ±583 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,225 | ±329 |
| Median Home Value | $542,800 | ±$17,690 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,836 | ±$84 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $85,153 | ±$5,154 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,339 | ±$2,150 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,245 | ±1,075 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 25,579 | ±992 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.4% | ±1.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 45,677 (2024)
ID: 166444
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY CLERK
93 WASHINGTON ST, ROOM 1, SALEM MA 01970-3528
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Salem | PK-05 | Salem, MA | |
| Regular School Salem | PK-05 | Salem, MA | |
| Regular School Salem | KG-05 | Salem, MA | |
| Regular School Salem | 06-08 | Salem, MA | |
| Regular School Salem | PK-05 | Salem, MA | |
| Regular School Salem | 09-12 | Salem, MA | |
| Regular School Salem | 06-12 | Salem, MA | |
| Regular School Salem | PK | Salem, MA | |
| Regular School Salem | 09-12 | Salem, MA | |
| Regular School Salem | 09-12 | Salem, MA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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NORTH SHORE MEDICAL CENTER -
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Hospital | City address association | 81 HIGHLAND AVENUE, SALEM, MA, 01970 |
(978) 741-1215
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Salem State University
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College | 0.5 mi away | 352 Lafayette St, Salem, MA, 01970 |
9785426000
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SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 370 ESSEX ST., SALEM, MA, 01970 |
(978) 744-0860
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Montserrat College of Art
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College | 3.7 mi away | 23 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915-4508 |
9789214242
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ABBOT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 235 PLEASANT STREET, MARBLEHEAD, MA, 01945 |
(781) 631-1481
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Endicott College
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College | 4.7 mi away | 376 Hale Street, Beverly, MA, 01915 |
9789270585
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PEABODY INSTITUTE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 82 MAIN ST., PEABODY, MA, 01960 |
(978) 531-0100
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North Shore Community College
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College | 7.2 mi away | 1 Ferncroft Rd, Danvers, MA, 01923-0840 |
97876240004350
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SWAMPSCOTT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 61 BURRILL ST., SWAMPSCOTT, MA, 01907 |
(781) 596-8867
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Gordon College
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College | 7.4 mi away | 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA, 01984 |
8664646736
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MARBLEHEAD, MA US, located 1.7 miles from Salem city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.1° | 17.9° | 27.0° | 3.75" | 13.3" |
| February | 37.9° | 19.6° | 28.7° | 3.50" | 8.5" |
| March | 44.3° | 26.3° | 35.3° | 4.71" | 7.5" |
| April | 55.1° | 35.6° | 45.4° | 4.30" | 1.5" |
| May | 65.2° | 45.0° | 55.1° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| June | 74.2° | 54.4° | 64.3° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.3° | 60.7° | 70.5° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.0° | 59.6° | 69.3° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.3° | 53.0° | 62.6° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.2° | 42.3° | 51.8° | 5.00" | 0.1" |
| November | 50.7° | 32.9° | 41.8° | 4.15" | 0.8" |
| December | 41.6° | 24.3° | 33.0° | 4.70" | 7.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Marblehead CDP | CDP | 2.1 mi | — |
| Swampscott CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Lynn city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Peabody city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Beverly city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2500959105. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.