State
County
Land Area (mi²)
3.2 sq mi
Density (mi²)
1,550.80/sq mi
2020 Growth Rate
0.04% (2)
Growth Since 2010
-0.55% (-27)
Rank in State
Rank in Country
Salem, Missouri Population 2021
4,923
Salem is a city located in Dent County Missouri. It is also the county seat of Dent County. With a 2020 population of 4,923, it is the 134th largest city in Missouri and the 4809th largest city in the United States . Salem is currently growing at a rate of 0.04% annually but its population has decreased by -0.55% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 4,950 in 2010. Spanning over 3 miles, Salem has a population density of 1,551 people per square mile.
The average household income in Salem is $42,943 with a poverty rate of 32.56%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $508 per month, and the median house value is $77,300. The median age in Salem is 46.6 years, 38 years for males, and 51.4 years for females.
Salem Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Salemwas:
- White: 94.91%
- Two or more races: 3.34%
- Native American: 0.77%
- Black or African American: 0.53%
- Other race: 0.45%
- Asian: 0.00%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.00%
The current population of Salem, Missouri is 4,923 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates. The US Census estimates the 2018 population at 4,923.The last official US Census in 2010 recorded the population at 4,950.
| Race | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,684 | 94.91% |
| Two or More Races | 165 | 3.34% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 | 0.77% |
| Black or African American | 26 | 0.53% |
| Some Other Race | 22 | 0.45% |
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Salem Population Pyramid $2021
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| Type | Count | Average Size | Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 2,402 | 2.01 | 55.2 |
| Non Family | 1,266 | 1.07 | 49.3 |
| Married | 695 | 2.97 | 77 |
| Female | 322 | 3.2 | 33.9 |
| Male | 119 | 3.08 | 47.9 |
2.85
Average Family Size
2.01
Average Household Size
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| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 244 | 7.08% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 449 | 13.03% |
| High School Graduate | 1,502 | 43.59% |
| Some College | 565 | 16.40% |
| Associates Degree | 214 | 6.21% |
| Bachelors Degree | 300 | 8.71% |
| Graduate Degree | 172 | 4.99% |
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Salem Educational Attainment by Race
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| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 3,260 | 2,605 | 472 |
| 2+ Races | 95 | 57 | |
| Hispanic | 45 | 45 | |
| Native American | 38 | 38 | |
| Other Race | 11 | 11 | |
| Black | 8 | 8 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among black people with a rate of 100.00%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among white people with a rate of 14.48%.
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$29,449
Average Earnings
$33,260
Average Male
$21,348
Average Female
Salem Language by Age
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Salem Language
98.63% of Salem residents speak only English, while 1.37% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 1.32% of the population.
Salem Poverty by Race
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| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 4,510 | 1,392 | 30.86% |
| Multiple | 165 | 145 | 87.88% |
| Black | 25 | 24 | 96.00% |
32.56%
Overall Poverty Rate
28.21%
Male Poverty Rate
36.60%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in Salem
The race most likely to be in poverty in Salem is Black, with 96.00% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Salem is White, with 30.86% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 9.68%. Among those working part-time, it was 36.27%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 44.95%.
Salem Marital Status
Marriage Rates
39.0%
Overall Marriage Rate
43.9%
Male Marriage Rate
34.7%
Female Marriage Rate
Salem Married by Age and Sex
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Salem Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is Over 65, while the female age group most likely to be married is 20-34.
Salem Marital Status by Race
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| Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 370 | 9.83% |
| Black | 1 | 3.85% |
Salem Veterans by Education
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1.09%
Veteran Poverty Rate
27.17%
Veteran Disability Rate
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53%
Labor Force Participation
48.8%
Employment Rate
7.9%
Unemployment Rate
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Origin of Non-Citizens
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Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
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74.99%
Born in Salem
99.25%
Native Born
0.75%
Foreign Born
0.26%
Non Citizen
0.49%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
99.25% of Salem residents were born in the United States, with 74.99% having been born in Missouri. 0.26% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Europe.
Note: 2020 and 2021 data is projected
| Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,923 | 2 | 0.04% |
| 2020 | 4,921 | 2 | 0.04% |
| 2019 | 4,919 | 2 | 0.04% |
| 2018 | 4,917 | 10 | 0.20% |
| 2017 | 4,907 | 10 | 0.20% |
| 2016 | 4,897 | -67 | -1.35% |
| 2015 | 4,964 | 6 | 0.12% |
| 2014 | 4,958 | -11 | -0.22% |
| 2013 | 4,969 | 22 | 0.44% |
| 2012 | 4,947 | 30 | 0.61% |
| 2011 | 4,917 | -40 | -0.81% |
| 2010 | 4,957 | 103 | 0.21% |
| 2000 | 4,854 | 368 | 0.79% |
| 1990 | 4,486 | 32 | 0.07% |
| 1980 | 4,454 | 91 | 0.21% |
| 1970 | 4,363 | 493 | 1.21% |
| 1960 | 3,870 | 259 | 0.70% |
| 1950 | 3,611 | 460 | 1.37% |
| 1940 | 3,151 | 0.00% |