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Population of Salem, West Virginia

StateWest Virginia
Land Area (mi²)1.3 sq mi
Density (mi²)1,133.8/sq mi
2022 Growth Rate-0.39% (-6)
Growth Since 2020-18.53% (-345)
Rank in State94th
Rank in Country12497th

The population of Salem, WV in 2022 is estimated to be 1,517. This is a decrease of -0.39% (-6 people) compared to the population in 2021.

Population of Salem by Race

Population by Race
  • Total
  • Hispanic
  • Non-Hispanic
Race
Population
Percentage

Population of Salem by Age

Salem Population Pyramid 2022
Salem Median Age
30
Total
25.6
Male
38.9
Female
Salem Sex Ratio
56.44%
1,051
Male
43.56%
811
Female
Salem Age Dependency Ratio
18.7
Old Age Dependency Ratio
20.7
Child Dependency Ratio
Salem Adults
1,585
Adults
(250 of whom are seniors) in Salem.

Population of Salem by Year

Year
PopulationGrowthAnnual Growth Rate