Salem

NH

Rockingham County, New Hampshire

Population 319K |Median income $118,331 |4 hospitals

Population
319,082
Rockingham County
Median Income
$118,331
+74% vs avg
Median Home Value
$497,500
+118% vs avg
Median Age
45
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
319K+8%
Median Income
$118,331+53%
Median Home Value
$497,500+76%
Poverty Rate
4.8%-13%
Unemployment
3.5%-48%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,687/mo
Poverty Rate
4.8% -66% vs avg
Unemployment 3.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 45.7%
Work From Home 19.4%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 90.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.9%
Asian 2%
African American 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
34.7%
Short Sleep Duration
33.2%
Obesity
31.2%
Physical Inactivity
18.8%
Binge Drinking
15.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.2%
Current Asthma
10%
Current Smoking
9.9%
Diabetes
9.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 71.3%
Annual Checkup 78.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
5.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.7%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
3
EXETER HOSPITAL INC
EXETER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
PARKLAND MEDICAL CENTER
DERRY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
PORTSMOUTH REGIONAL HOSPITAL
PORTSMOUTH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Salem Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Coastal Waters and Apalachee Bay

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Until 4:15 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts

Special Weather Statement: Heavy Snow Expected for Tamworth, Sydenham, and South Frontenac

ECCC · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Dust Storm Warning Issued for Armstrong and Donley Counties in Texas Panhandle

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Salem, NH? ▼
Salem, NH has a population of 319,082 people, located in Rockingham County, New Hampshire.
What is the median household income in Salem? ▼
The median household income in Salem, NH is $118,331 per year. The poverty rate is 4.8%.
What is the median home value in Salem? ▼
The median home value in Salem, NH is $497,500. Median rent is $1,687/month.
What are the top health concerns in Salem? ▼
The top health indicators in Salem include High Blood Pressure (34.7%), Short Sleep Duration (33.2%), Obesity (31.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Salem? ▼
Salem has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Salem? ▼
The median age in Salem, NH is 45 years. 45.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Salem, NH is located in Rockingham County, New Hampshire. With a population of 319K and a median household income of $118,331, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Salem area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Rockingham County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.