Salem, CT is a small town located in the state of Connecticut with a population of 4,186 people. It has a population density of 141 people per square mile, which is slightly higher than the US population density of 93 people per square mile. The town offers many year-round outdoor activities such as fishing and hiking in Harkness Memorial State Park or skiing at Woodbury Ski Area. There are also plenty of local businesses including restaurants like Crust & Crumble Bakery and shops like Zephyr Gallery & Glass Blowing Studio. Other organizations include the Salem Historical Society for those looking to learn more about the area’s history and culture. Sports fans can also get involved with local sports teams including the Salem High School football team or join one of the recreational leagues such as basketball or softball that meet throughout the year.
The population in Salem is 4,186. There are 145 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Salem is 37.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Salem is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Salem
- 67.7% are married
- 8.6% are divorced
- 42.0% are married with children
- 11.1% have children, but are single
Race in Salem
- 87.9% are White
- 3.1% are Black
- 5.0% are Asian
- 0.7% are Native American
- 0.9% claim Other
- 2.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander