Salem

OR

Marion County, Oregon

Population 349K |Median income $77,351 |4 hospitals

Population
349,244
Marion County
Median Income
$77,351
+14% vs avg
Median Home Value
$416,400
+83% vs avg
Median Age
37.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
349K+10%
Median Income
$77,351+65%
Median Home Value
$416,400+117%
Poverty Rate
13%-30%
Unemployment
5.3%-60%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,414/mo
Poverty Rate
13% -8% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26%
Work From Home 12.7%
Public Transit 1.3%

Population

White 66.3%
Asian 2%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.5%
African American 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
43.4%
Short Sleep Duration
34.2%
High Blood Pressure
33.3%
Physical Inactivity
22.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.4%
Binge Drinking
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.8%
Diabetes
12.5%
Current Smoking
12.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 72.4%
Dental Visit 59.7%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
12.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.5%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
2
SALEM HOSPITAL
SALEM · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
SANTIAM HOSPITAL & CLINICS
STAYTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Salem Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Salem, OR? ▼
Salem, OR has a population of 349,244 people, located in Marion County, Oregon.
What is the median household income in Salem? ▼
The median household income in Salem, OR is $77,351 per year. The poverty rate is 13%.
What is the median home value in Salem? ▼
The median home value in Salem, OR is $416,400. Median rent is $1,414/month.
What are the top health concerns in Salem? ▼
The top health indicators in Salem include Obesity (43.4%), Short Sleep Duration (34.2%), High Blood Pressure (33.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Salem? ▼
Salem has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Salem? ▼
The median age in Salem, OR is 37.5 years. 26% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Salem, OR is located in Marion County, Oregon. With a population of 349K and a median household income of $77,351, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 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 (Marion 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.