Salem town, Wisconsin
Salem town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Salem town is a geographic entity located in Pierce County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 486. The land area covers 35.28 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 486 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 49.7 yrs | ±10.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 248 | ±62 | 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 | 265 | ±66 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 248 | ±62 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 17 | ±16 |
| Median Home Value | $313,200 | ±$46,849 |
| Median Gross Rent | $950 | ±$762 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $93,750 | ±$19,107 |
| Per Capita Income | $52,072 | ±$15,430 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% | ±8.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 53 | ±50 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 244 | ±55 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.9% | ±7.6% |
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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TOWN OF SALEM
GUS Population: 484 (2024)
ID: 136747
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
N3599 COUNTY ROAD A, ELLSWORTH WI 54011-8025
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GUS Population: 43,380 (2024)
ID: 136510
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 119, ELLSWORTH WI 54011-0119
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Salem | 09-12 | Salem, WI | |
| Regular School Salem | PK-08 | Salem, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | RED WING, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | RED WING, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LAKE CITY, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | RED WING, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-KG | RED WING, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ellsworth, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ellsworth, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ellsworth, WI |
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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University of Wisconsin-River Falls
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College | 21.3 mi away | 410 S 3rd St, River Falls, WI, 54022-5001 |
7154253911
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PLUM CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 611 MAIN ST., PLUM CITY, WI, 54761 |
(715) 647-2373
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University of Wisconsin-Stout
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College | 24.5 mi away | 712 S Broadway St, Menomonie, WI, 54751 |
7152321122
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ELLSWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 388 W. MAIN ST., ELLSWORTH, WI, 54011 |
(715) 273-3209
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ELMWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 111 N. MAIN ST, ELMWOOD, WI, 54740 |
(715) 639-2615
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RED WING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 225 EAST AVENUE, RED WING, MN, 55066 |
(651) 385-3673
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LAKE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 201 S HIGH STREET, LAKE CITY, MN, 55041 |
(651) 345-4013
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SPRING VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | E121 S. 2ND ST., SPRING VALLEY, WI, 54767 |
(715) 778-4590
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PEPIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 510 2ND ST., PEPIN, WI, 54759 |
(715) 442-4932
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DURAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 604 7TH AVE. E., DURAND, WI, 54736 |
(715) 672-8730
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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 ELLSWORTH 1E, WI US, located 9.7 miles from Salem town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.3° | 2.4° | 11.9° | 1.01" | — |
| February | 26.6° | 6.1° | 16.4° | 1.00" | — |
| March | 39.2° | 18.6° | 28.9° | 1.99" | — |
| April | 54.2° | 30.8° | 42.5° | 2.99" | — |
| May | 66.4° | 43.1° | 54.8° | 4.51" | — |
| June | 75.6° | 53.4° | 64.5° | 5.25" | — |
| July | 79.5° | 57.3° | 68.4° | 4.11" | — |
| August | 77.5° | 55.0° | 66.2° | 5.04" | — |
| September | 70.6° | 47.3° | 58.9° | 3.87" | — |
| October | 57.0° | 34.6° | 45.8° | 2.84" | — |
| November | 40.4° | 21.8° | 31.1° | 1.97" | — |
| December | 26.6° | 10.0° | 18.3° | 1.36" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maiden Rock village | Village | 5.1 mi | — |
| Plum City village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Bay City village | Village | 8.1 mi | — |
| Frontenac CDP | CDP | 9.8 mi | — |
| Stockholm village | Village | 10.6 mi | — |
| Ellsworth village | Village | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5509371150. • 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.