Salem, Oregon

US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates ยท 2022

ORMajor City

Salem Demographics Overview

Total Population
175,754
ACS 2022 estimate
Median Household Income
$67,540
Annual household income
โ–ผ 9% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$349,500
Owner-occupied homes
โ–ฒ 24% vs US avg
Median Gross Rent
$1,224
Monthly rent (incl. utilities)
โ–ฒ 5% vs US avg
Median Age
35.9 years
Median age of residents
โ–ผ 8% vs US avg

Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$67,540
US avg: $74,580
vs. National Median-9.4%

Housing

Median Home Value
$349,500
US avg: $281,900
Median Gross Rent
$1,224/mo
US avg: $1,163/mo
Rent vs. National Avg+5.2%

Population

Total Population175,754
Median Age
35.9 years
US avg: 38.9 yrs

Data Source

Data for Salem comes from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, covering the period 2018โ€“2022.

The ACS 5-Year estimates provide the most reliable demographic statistics available, especially for smaller communities, by pooling 5 years of survey data.

Learn more about the ACS โ†’

Salem, OR โ€” Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Salem demographics

What is the population of Salem, Oregon?

According to the US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022), the population of Salem, Oregon is 175,754.

What is the median household income in Salem?

The median household income in Salem, Oregon is $67,540 per year, according to the 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates. The US national median household income is approximately $74,580.

What is the cost of living in Salem?

Key cost indicators for Salem, Oregon:. Median home value: $349,500. Median gross rent: $1,224/month. Median household income: $67,540/year

What is the median home value in Salem?

The median home value in Salem, Oregon is $349,500, compared to the national median of approximately $281,900.

What is the average age in Salem?

The median age in Salem, Oregon is 35.9 years, compared to the US national median age of approximately 38.9 years.

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