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Salem, SD

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Population
1,357
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,521 ft
Median Home Value
$166,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$965/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$74,881
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Salem

As the seat of McCook County, Salem offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere about forty minutes west of Sioux Falls. The town grew up around the railroad in the 1880s, and you can still see that heritage in the historic courthouse standing near Main Street. Today, local life revolves around quiet neighborhoods, friendly shops, and McCook Central School, which serves as a central gathering place for youth sports and school events. With direct highway access, it is a comfortable spot for anyone looking for rural charm within an easy commute of the city.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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