Salem
Town in Oconee County, South Carolina

Salem is a town in Oconee County, South Carolina, with 120 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,070 ft (326 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Tamassee, 2.3 miles W.
- 120residents (2020 Census)
- 1,070 ftelevation · 326 m
- 0.9 sq miland area · 2.3 km²
- 133 / sq mipopulation density
- 29676ZIP code
About Salem
Salem is a U.S. town in Oconee County, South Carolina. The population was 120 at the 2020 United States census.
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Living in Salem
- Median household income
- $62,143
- Median home value
- $167,500
- Median rent
- $500/mo
- Median age
- 49.5
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Salem had 120 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 120 |
|---|---|
| Density | 133 per sq mi (51 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Salem at a glance
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
|---|---|
| County | Oconee County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 120 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.90 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,070 ft (326 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.8880° N, 82.9752° W |
| ZIP code | 29676 |
| Official website | salemsc.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4562980 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Salem
- Tamassee2.3 mi W
- Keowee Key5.9 mi SE
- Walhalla9.4 mi SW
- West Union9.9 mi SW
- Six Mile10.8 mi SE
- Newry11.8 mi S
- Cateechee13.9 mi SE
- Seneca14.3 mi S
- Utica14.9 mi S
- Pickens15.0 mi E
- Norris15.2 mi SE
- Westminster16.6 mi SW
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Frequently asked questions about Salem
What county is Salem in?
Salem is in Oconee County, South Carolina.
What is the population of Salem, SC?
120 people lived in Salem at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Salem, SC?
The ZIP code of Salem is 29676.
What is the elevation of Salem?
1,070 feet (326 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Salem?
Tamassee (2.3 mi), Keowee Key (5.9 mi), Walhalla (9.4 mi), West Union (9.9 mi), Six Mile (10.8 mi).
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