Salem township, Indiana
Salem township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Salem township is a geographic entity located in Pulaski County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,272. The land area covers 35.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,272 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 48.3 yrs | ±5.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 486 | ±89 | 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 | 551 | ±103 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 486 | ±89 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 65 | ±57 |
| Median Home Value | $148,800 | ±$25,297 |
| Median Gross Rent | $916 | ±$213 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,545 | ±$13,820 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,159 | ±$5,821 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% | ±6.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 205 | ±83 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±3.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 521 | ±113 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.7% | ±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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TOWNSHIP OF SALEM
GUS Population: 1,273 (2024)
ID: 164094
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 643, FRANCESVILLE IN 47946-0643
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GUS Population: 12,421 (2024)
ID: 103753
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
112 E MAIN ST, WINAMAC IN 46996-1392
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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, IN | |
| Regular School Salem | 09-12 | Salem, IN | |
| Regular School Salem | 06-08 | Salem, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winamac, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Burnettsville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Monticello, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Monon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Monon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Monon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Monticello, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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FRANCESVILLE-SALEM TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 201 WEST MONTGOMERY STREET, FRANCESVILLE, IN, 47946 |
(219) 567-9433
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MONON TOWN & TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 427 NORTH MARKET STREET, MONON, IN, 47959 |
(219) 253-6517
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JASPER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 208 WEST SUSAN STREET, RENSSELAER, IN, 47978 |
(219) 866-5881
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MONTICELLO-UNION TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 321 WEST BROADWAY STREET, MONTICELLO, IN, 47960 |
(574) 583-2665
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PULASKI COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 121 SOUTH RIVERSIDE DRIVE, WINAMAC, IN, 46996 |
(574) 946-3432
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WOLCOTT COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 101 EAST NORTH STREET, WOLCOTT, IN, 47995 |
(219) 279-2695
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SAN PIERRE BRANCH
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 103 SOUTH BROADWAY, SANPIERRE, IN, 46374 |
(219) 828-4352
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NORTH JUDSON-WAYNE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 208 KELLER AVENUE, NORTH JUDSON, IN, 46366 |
(574) 896-2841
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WHEATFIELD BRANCH
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 350 SOUTH BIERMA STREET, WHEATFIELD, IN, 46392 |
(219) 956-3774
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REMINGTON-CARPENTER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 105 NORTH OHIO STREET, REMINGTON, IN, 47977 |
(219) 261-2543
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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 FRANCESVILLE, IN US, located 2.1 miles from Salem township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.5° | 15.5° | 23.5° | 2.33" | 8.9" |
| February | 36.0° | 18.4° | 27.2° | 1.96" | 7.4" |
| March | 47.3° | 27.7° | 37.5° | 2.50" | 3.3" |
| April | 60.3° | 38.0° | 49.2° | 3.68" | 0.4" |
| May | 71.5° | 49.7° | 60.6° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.2° | 59.3° | 69.7° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.0° | 62.2° | 72.6° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.4° | 60.3° | 70.9° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.6° | 52.5° | 64.5° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.8° | 41.2° | 52.5° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| November | 48.9° | 30.7° | 39.8° | 2.62" | 0.9" |
| December | 36.7° | 21.5° | 29.1° | 2.16" | 5.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Francesville town | Town | 2.2 mi | — |
| Monon town | Town | 6.3 mi | — |
| Buffalo CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| Medaryville town | Town | 8.7 mi | — |
| Pulaski CDP | CDP | 11.6 mi | — |
| Norway CDP | CDP | 13.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1813167392. • 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.