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Salem, IN

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Population
6,427
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
747 ft
Median Home Value
$144,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$690/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$56,538
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Salem in context.

OverallBest places in IndianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IndianaNearest larger communityNew Albany, Indiana25 miles away · 37,463 residents.

About Salem

Salem is a city and the county seat of Washington County, Indiana, surrounded by rich farmland. Platted in 1814 and home to the John Hay Center which hosts the annual Old Settler's Day in September, the agricultural community of approximately 6,489 is served by the Salem Community Schools district for public education locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.3rating

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