Salem, MA
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Let’s start with the basics: Salem, MA has a population of 44597. What about cost of living in Salem, MA? The median income in Salem, MA is $86,159 and the median home value is $495,305.
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Weather in Salem, MA
Average Temperatures
58 high / 41 low
Average Annual Rainfall
48 in
Average Annual Snowfall
44 in
Quick Facts about Salem, Massachusetts
- Median Home Value
- $495,305
- Median Property Tax
- $3,004
- Total Population
- 44,597
- Average Commute
- 22 min
- Median Household Income
- $86,159
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1,610
Map of Salem, MA
Salem, MA: Where to Live Now
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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.
