Salem

WI

Kenosha County, Wisconsin

Population 168K |Median income $81,239 |2 hospitals

Population
168,438
Kenosha County
Median Income
$81,239
+20% vs avg
Median Home Value
$265,500
+17% vs avg
Median Age
39.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
168K+1%
Median Income
$81,239+48%
Median Home Value
$265,500+57%
Poverty Rate
10.5%-25%
Unemployment
4.4%-61%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,219/mo
Poverty Rate
10.5% -26% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.2%
Work From Home 10.7%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 75.2%
African American 6.1%
Asian 1.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40.1%
Short Sleep Duration
35.8%
High Blood Pressure
33.6%
Physical Inactivity
27.3%
Binge Drinking
19.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
16%
Current Smoking
14.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13%
Diabetes
11.4%
Current Asthma
11%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 61.8%
Annual Checkup 76.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.3%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
0
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1
Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
AURORA MEDICAL CENTER KENOSHA
KENOSHA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
FROEDTERT SOUTH INC.
KENOSHA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Salem Area 6

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Darwin, Litchfield, and Palmerston: Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flooding Possible

BOM · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Flood Warnings high

Flood Warning Issued for Bourne Valley and The Winterbournes in Hampshire and Wiltshire

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Weather Alerts

Yellow Wind Warning Issued for M.D. of Willow Creek Near Claresholm and Stavely

ECCC · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Salem, WI? ▼
Salem, WI has a population of 168,438 people, located in Kenosha County, Wisconsin.
What is the median household income in Salem? ▼
The median household income in Salem, WI is $81,239 per year. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
What is the median home value in Salem? ▼
The median home value in Salem, WI is $265,500. Median rent is $1,219/month.
What are the top health concerns in Salem? ▼
The top health indicators in Salem include Obesity (40.1%), Short Sleep Duration (35.8%), High Blood Pressure (33.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Salem? ▼
Salem has 2 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, WI is 39.4 years. 31.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Salem, WI is located in Kenosha County, Wisconsin. With a population of 168K and a median household income of $81,239, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 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 (Kenosha 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.