Salem, NM

Comprehensive Demographic, Economic, and Housing Data Profile

Living in Salem, NM: Quick Facts & Overview

  • Population: 916 residents (270 people per sq. mi.)
  • Average House Price: Unknown
  • Average Household Income: $31,386

Salem, NM is located in the state of New Mexico. It is home to about 916 people, with around 270 residents living in every square mile.

Average home prices for Salem are currently unknown.

The average household in Salem earns about $31,386 a year. This income is 47% lower than the average family in New Mexico ($59,665), and 60% lower than the national average ($78,686).

Population 916
Median Household Income $31,386
Median Home Value -
Median Age 30.0 yrs

Household Income Brackets

Racial & Ethnic Demographics

Age Distribution

Educational Attainment

Economic & Labor Indicators

Individual Median Income$12,983
Labor Force Participation60.2%
Unemployment Rate8.5%
Average Commute Time29.2 mins

Housing & Community Metrics

Home Ownership Rate74.9%
Median Rent-
Rent Burdened (>30% Income)-
Total Housing Units243

Additional Census & Housing Profile

Geographic Overview

CountyDoña Ana
County FIPS35013
Metro Area (CBSA)Las Cruces, NM
Combined Area (CSA)El Paso-Las Cruces, TX-NM
Population Density270.3/sq mi
Coordinates (lat/lng)32.7121, -107.2056
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
National Ranking3
IncorporatedNo

Household Structure

Average Family Size3.77
Dual Income Families79.0%

Marital Status

Married49.1%
Never Married41.6%
Divorced6.9%
Widowed2.4%

Gender

Male62.0%
Female38.0%

Health & Poverty

Uninsured Rate (Health)11.5%
Poverty Rate54.1%

Key Population Groups

Veterans2.9%
Disabled Population11.4%
Limited English Proficiency18.9%

All ZIP Codes in Salem

ZIP Code Population Median Household Income Median Home Value
87941 988 $31,332 -

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