Demographics in Salem, NC

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

2,035

Male

1,031

50.7%

Female

1,004

49.3%

Median Age

42.8

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

80.6%

Black

1.5%

Hispanic

15.1%

Two or More

4.4%

Other

11.3%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

15.8%

High School or Higher

37.0%

Foreign Born

6.1%

Veterans

8.0%

Married

39.2%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

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

Salem, NC has a population of 2,035 with a median age of 42.8. The racial makeup is 80.6% White, 15.1% Hispanic, 1.5% Black. About 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 6.1%.