Demographics in Salem, NJ

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Salem?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

5,315

Male

2,278

42.9%

Female

3,037

57.1%

Median Age

36.1

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

34.4%

Black

56.9%

Hispanic

8.8%

Asian

0.5%

Two or More

6.6%

Other

0.8%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

8.2%

High School or Higher

36.2%

Foreign Born

1.4%

Veterans

4.2%

Married

23.3%

Avg Household Size

2.4

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Salem, NJ has a population of 5,315 with a median age of 36.1. The racial makeup is 34.4% White, 8.8% Hispanic, 56.9% Black. About 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 1.4%.