Salem township, Ohio
Salem township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Salem township is a geographic entity located in Columbiana County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,958. The land area covers 31.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,958 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs | ±5.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,056 | ±167 | 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 | 2,218 | ±170 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,056 | ±167 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 162 | ±66 |
| Median Home Value | $155,400 | ±$26,016 |
| Median Gross Rent | $869 | ±$60 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,714 | ±$7,867 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,324 | ±$3,799 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% | ±4.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 644 | ±245 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,252 | ±202 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.7% | ±9.6% |
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: 4,993 (2024)
ID: 211420
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FO
3034 LISBON RD, LEETONIA OH 44431-8700
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COUNTY OF COLUMBIANA
GUS Population: 99,823 (2024)
ID: 172247
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
105 S MARKET ST, LISBON OH 44432-1255
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Salem | KG-02 | Salem, OH | |
| Regular School Salem | 03-04 | Salem, OH | |
| Regular School Salem | 09-12 | Salem, OH | |
| Regular School Salem | 07-08 | Salem, OH | |
| Regular School Salem | 05-06 | Salem, OH | |
| Regular School Salem | KG-02 | Salem, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Youngstown, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Sebring, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | East Liverpool, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | East Liverpool, OH |
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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Kent State University at Salem
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College | 2.2 mi away | 2491 State Route 45 South, Salem, OH, 44460 |
3303320361
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LEETONIA COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 181 WALNUT STREET, LEETONIA, OH, 44431 |
(330) 427-6635
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Allegheny Wesleyan College
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College | 3.5 mi away | 2161 Woodsdale Rd, Salem, OH, 44460-9598 |
3303376403170
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SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 821 E. STATE ST., SALEM, OH, 44460 |
(330) 332-0042
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Hannah E Mullins School of Practical Nursing
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College Vocational | 4.6 mi away | 230 North Lincoln Avenue, Suite 3, Salem, OH, 44460-2906 |
3303328940
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SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY BS
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 821 E. STATE ST., SALEM, OH, 44460 |
(330) 332-0042
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Columbiana County Career and Technical Center
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College Vocational | 6.2 mi away | 9364 St Rt 45, Lisbon, OH, 44432 |
3304249561116
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LEPPER LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 303 E. LINCOLN WAY, LISBON, OH, 44432 |
(330) 424-3117
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Mahoning County Career and Technical Center
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College Vocational | 12.6 mi away | 7300 N Palmyra Rd., Canfield, OH, 44406-9710 |
3307294100
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COLUMBIANA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 332 N. MIDDLE ST., COLUMBIANA, OH, 44408 |
(330) 482-5509
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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 NEW CUMBERLAND L/D, WV US, located 24.1 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 | 36.8° | 20.9° | 28.9° | 3.13" | — |
| February | 39.8° | 22.4° | 31.1° | 2.56" | — |
| March | 48.7° | 29.3° | 39.0° | 3.31" | — |
| April | 62.1° | 39.5° | 50.8° | 3.64" | — |
| May | 71.9° | 49.4° | 60.7° | 4.04" | — |
| June | 79.7° | 58.5° | 69.1° | 4.44" | — |
| July | 83.6° | 63.3° | 73.5° | 4.04" | — |
| August | 82.4° | 62.4° | 72.4° | 3.63" | — |
| September | 76.1° | 55.7° | 65.9° | 3.87" | — |
| October | 64.4° | 44.2° | 54.3° | 3.03" | — |
| November | 51.8° | 34.3° | 43.1° | 2.90" | — |
| December | 41.0° | 26.6° | 33.8° | 3.10" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leetonia village | Village | 2.7 mi | — |
| Washingtonville village | Village | 3.5 mi | — |
| Salem city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Guilford Lake CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Lisbon village | Village | 5.5 mi | — |
| Salem Heights CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3902969848. • 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.