Salem district, Virginia
Salem district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Salem district is a geographic entity located in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,850. The land area covers 6.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,850 | ±1,202 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,174 | ±353 | 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 | 6,326 | ±347 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,174 | ±353 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 152 | ±108 |
| Median Home Value | $363,300 | ±$9,585 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,793 | ±$93 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $110,288 | ±$10,127 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,161 | ±$2,757 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,363 | ±486 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,683 | ±806 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.1% | ±7.8% |
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: 152,021 (2024)
ID: 114530
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
PO BOX 99, SPOTSYLVANIA VA 22553-0099
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Stafford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Stafford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Spotsylvania, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Spotsylvania, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Stafford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fredericksburg, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Eastern Virginia Career College
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College | 3.5 mi away | 10304 Spotsylvania Ave, Suite 400, Fredericksburg, VA, 22408 |
5403732200
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SALEM CHURCH BRANCH
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 2607 SALEM CHURCH RD, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22407 |
(540) 372-1144
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University of Mary Washington
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College | 5.2 mi away | 1301 College Ave, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401-5300 |
5406541000
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TOWNE CENTRE BRANCH
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 390 SPOTSYLVANIA MALL, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22407 |
(540) 372-1144
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Germanna Community College
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College | 14.5 mi away | 2130 Germanna Hwy, Locust Grove, VA, 22508-2102 |
5404239030
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SNOW BRANCH
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 8740 COURTHOUSE RD, SPOTSYLVANIA, VA, 22553 |
(540) 372-1144
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FREDERICKSBURG BRANCH
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 1201 CAROLINE ST, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22401 |
(540) 372-1144
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HOWELL BRANCH
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 806 LYONS BLVD, STAFFORD, VA, 22406 |
(540) 372-1144
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WILDERNESS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 6421 FLAT RUN RD., LOCUST GROVE, VA, 22508 |
(540) 661-5434
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FRIED CENTER
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 124 OLD POTOMAC CHURCH ROAD, STAFFORD, VA, 22554 |
(540) 372-1144
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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 FREDERICKSBURG SEWAGE, VA US, located 6.0 miles from Salem district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.9° | 25.1° | 35.5° | 2.72" | 3.7" |
| February | 49.3° | 26.9° | 38.1° | 2.50" | 5.2" |
| March | 57.0° | 33.5° | 45.3° | 3.96" | 0.1" |
| April | 68.5° | 43.6° | 56.1° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.1° | 53.2° | 64.6° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.3° | 62.9° | 73.6° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.5° | 67.6° | 78.1° | 4.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.6° | 65.9° | 76.3° | 2.99" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.3° | 58.9° | 69.6° | 4.54" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.0° | 46.2° | 58.1° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.9° | 35.2° | 47.1° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| December | 50.0° | 28.3° | 39.2° | 3.19" | 2.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fredericksburg city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Spotsylvania Courthouse CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Chatham Heights CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Stafford Lakes Village CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Ferry Farm CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Falmouth CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5117795543. • 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.