Salem township, Missouri
Salem township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Salem township is a geographic entity located in Perry County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 843. The land area covers 47.02 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 843 | ±269 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 54.5 yrs | ±6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 416 | ±134 | 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 | 434 | ±139 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 416 | ±134 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 18 | ±25 |
| Median Home Value | $170,600 | ±$67,799 |
| Median Gross Rent | $950 | ±$97 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,823 | ±$10,606 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,653 | ±$7,220 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.1% | ±1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9 | ±9 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 566 | ±216 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 68.3% | ±15.5% |
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: 19,100 (2024)
ID: 186216
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER
321 N MAIN ST, STE 2, PERRYVILLE MO 63775-1372
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | ALTENBURG, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Chester, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chester, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PERRYVILLE, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | PERRYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | PERRYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | PERRYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PERRYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Campbell Hill, IL | |
| 5 Nearby | 2-13 | PERRYVILLE, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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PERRYVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 800 CITY PARK DR STE A, PERRYVILLE, MO, 63775 |
(573) 547-6508
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ALTENBURG BRANCH
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 66 POPLAR ST, ALTENBURG, MO, 63732 |
(573) 824-5267
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CHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 733 STATE STREET, CHESTER, IL, 62233 |
(618) 826-3711
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STEELEVILLE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 625 SOUTH SPARTA STREET, STEELEVILLE, IL, 62288 |
(618) 965-9732
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SALLIE LOGAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 1808 WALNUT STREET, MURPHYSBORO, IL, 62966 |
(618) 684-3271
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CUTLER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.8 mi away | 409 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CUTLER, IL, 62238 |
(618) 497-2961
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SAINTE GENEVIEVE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 21388 HWY 32, STE GENEVIEVE, MO, 63670 |
(573) 883-3358
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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 PERRYVILLE WTP, MO US, located 11.5 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 | 41.0° | 21.3° | 31.2° | 2.74" | 1.3" |
| February | 46.2° | 24.6° | 35.4° | 2.77" | 1.7" |
| March | 56.1° | 32.7° | 44.4° | 3.82" | 0.5" |
| April | 67.5° | 42.1° | 54.8° | 5.53" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.5° | 52.8° | 64.7° | 5.71" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.2° | 62.3° | 73.8° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.3° | 66.1° | 77.2° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.2° | 63.5° | 75.3° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.7° | 54.8° | 67.8° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.6° | 43.3° | 56.4° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.6° | 32.9° | 44.2° | 4.18" | 0.1" |
| December | 44.8° | 25.4° | 35.1° | 3.16" | 1.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longtown town | Town | 5.7 mi | — |
| Rockwood village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Frohna city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Shakertowne CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Perryville city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
| Old Appleton town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2915765288. • 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.