Salem
- City in Oregon
Salem
- grade BOverall Grade
- City in Oregon
- Rating 3.72 out of 5 529 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade B minus
- Crime & Safetygrade C
- Housinggrade C
- Nightlifegrade A minus
- Good for Familiesgrade B minus
- Diversitygrade A
- Jobsgrade B minus
- Weathergrade B
- Cost of Livinggrade C minus
- Health & Fitnessgrade B+
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A
- Commutegrade A minus
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Median Home Value
$289,500
National
$244,900Median Rent
$1,125
National
$1,163Area Feel
Dense Suburban
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Salem Rankings
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault343.1national 282.7
- Murder4.5national 6.1
- Rape15.7national 40.7
- Robbery93.8national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary395.8national 500.1
- Theft2,606.9national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft627.9national 284
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Working in Salem
Jobs
grade B minus
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$62,185
National
$69,021Similar Places
Salem Reviews
Rating 3.72 out of 5 529 reviews
I have spent most of my life in Oregon, the Willamette Valley in particular.
I was raised in Yamhill County, smallish county between Salem and Portland, the two largest cities in the valley. The largest town, and capital of Yamhill County, is McMinnville. McMinnville has a population of only 36,000 people.
I lived in the towns of Amity, Newberg, and McMinnville for most of my life. All small towns, surrounded by forests, orchards, vineyards, and farms.
I’m Mac, you can’t walk a single street without passing a tree. All of the main roads are decorated with trees, bushes, and flowers. It is a very green town.
Salem is very nice! There’s a lot to do here, a lot of people and a lot of opportunities. I enjoy being away from small towns where you know everyone and their aunt, and anything you do is going to get back to everyone you know. I like that there’s more diversity in the city. I like the alleyways, the mall, and unique little shops.
However, I can’t deny that I miss the greenery
I was raised in Yamhill County, smallish county between Salem and Portland, the two largest cities in the valley. The largest town, and capital of Yamhill County, is McMinnville. McMinnville has a population of only 36,000 people.
I lived in the towns of Amity, Newberg, and McMinnville for most of my life. All small towns, surrounded by forests, orchards, vineyards, and farms.
I’m Mac, you can’t walk a single street without passing a tree. All of the main roads are decorated with trees, bushes, and flowers. It is a very green town.
Salem is very nice! There’s a lot to do here, a lot of people and a lot of opportunities. I enjoy being away from small towns where you know everyone and their aunt, and anything you do is going to get back to everyone you know. I like that there’s more diversity in the city. I like the alleyways, the mall, and unique little shops.
However, I can’t deny that I miss the greenery
The overall experience in Salem, Oregon is one that combines natural beauty, rich history, and a vibrant community. As the state capital, Salem offers a unique blend of urban amenities and a relaxed, small-town atmosphere. The city is nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, surrounded by picturesque landscapes, including vineyards, farmlands, and the Willamette River. You can explore the great outdoors through hiking, biking, and kayaking, or simply enjoy the beauty of the parks and gardens scattered throughout the city. Salem's historic downtown area showcases charming architecture, local shops, and a variety of dining options. The city also hosts a range of cultural events, including art exhibitions, music festivals, and theater performances, ensuring that there is always something to engage and entertain residents. Overall, Salem provides a wonderful quality of life, combining the beauty of nature, a sense of community, and a thriving cultural scene.
I was born and raised here in Salem, OR. During my upbringing, I would notice the small town it was, but over the years Salem's population has drastically increased. It is a nice city with lots of restaurants, bars, and two shopping malls. As far as entertainment, there is little to do here sure, we have a few movie theaters that bring us all the latest movies. Downtown has lots to look at from coffee shops, antique stores, restaurants of all kinds, barber's shops and much more. Another great thing is if you drive ten minutes outside of the city in any direction you can experience the beautiful views Oregon has to offer. The coast is about an hour and a half drive, and our most famous Silver Falls state park is about a 45-minute drive. However, our homeless population seems to grow larger quickly. Violence and crime are also at an all-time high in many areas of Salem. Traffic has gotten worse but that is to be expected.