- Public SchoolsB-
- Crime & SafetyC
- HousingC+
- NightlifeA-
- Good for FamiliesB
- DiversityA
- JobsB
- WeatherB
- Cost of LivingC
- Health & FitnessB+
- Outdoor ActivitiesA
- CommuteA-
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$223,200
National
$184,700Median Rent
$922
National
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Salem Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Salem Neighborhood Map
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
- Assault274.6282.7
- Murder06.1
- Rape19.940.7
- Robbery86.4135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
- Burglary386.7500.1
- Theft2,823.72,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft478.8284
Residents
Working in Salem
Jobs
B
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$53,619
National
$55,322Salem Reviews
464 reviews
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Nice city, not to crowded, with plenty of job opportunities. Public schools are really bad, while some teachers are helpful, many just don’t care. Short commute times, as long as you don’t have to go over the bridge! Very large homeless population, with many seeming to have mental illnesses, and most refuse shelter opportunities. Politically, Salem as a whole leans conservative, but has a very liberal city council (unfortunately), which balances everything out. If you are considering moving to Oregon, I would definitely recommend Keizer, Springfield, or Eugene over Salem. Keizer and Springfield focus high quality communities, while maintaining a low cost of living. While Eugene, opposite of Salem, has forward thinking infrastructure projects, or existing high quality infrastructure. The Salem City Council voted against a new bridge to West Salem, against a new Costco Warehouse, and is hinting it will oppose commercial flights in the city’s airport.
I have lived n the Salem area my whole life, and it has always been a great experience. I went to Candalaria Elementary School, Leslie Middle School(6th), Howard Street Charter School(7th-8th), and South Salem High School. All in which I've had good educational experiences with! My only concern with Salem is the growth in the homeless population, which can sometimes make you feel unsafe when strolling through downtown.
Salem is a city with plenty of potential for growth in various aspects. For being the capital city of Oregon, this city is expanding in businesses and healthcare facilities to accommodate the surge of new residents. A new hospital building is near completion which opens up potential for new jobs, thus requiring educational experience. The local community college in Salem has acquired a anesthesia technology program to help students expand their career options, which will apply to the new hospital building upon completion. Various new businesses are on the rise in Salem, bringing in room for tourism and financial opportunities for investors. This small capital city has grown substantially within the last five years alone. The growth potential available for Salem is in its prime and will be fulfilled by the thrilling ideas of its residents in the upcoming years.