Salem, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,035 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,653 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$159,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$321 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$657 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Burke County
2
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro Area
2
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Burke County
3
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 5 34
Feb 4 4 37
Mar 4 4 44
Apr 4 2 52
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 1 46
Dec 4 3 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, NC State Senate District 46, NC State House District 86, NC
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Schools

Salem Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Robert L Patton High School
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
North Liberty
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
Burke Middle College
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Western Piedmont Community College
2 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Lenoir-Rhyne University
21 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Caldwell Memorial Hospital
17 miles, NE • 3.2 star
The McDowell Hospital
18 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
51 miles, W • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
67 miles, N • 1 star
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