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Information on Salem, Essex County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Salem, located in the state of Massachusetts, Essex County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Salem, Essex County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.

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Salem city HALL, Essex County

Salem city Hall's address	Salem Salem Municipal Building 93 Washington St. SALEM MA 01970 United States
Phone number of Salem city Hall	+1 978-745-9595
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Salem official website	salemma.gov
Mayor of Salem	Dominick Pangallo
Essex County, Massachusetts: Vital Records	Salem vital records
Birth Certificate	Order your Massachusetts birth certificate online

Common questions about Salem

What county is Salem MA in?

Salem, MA is located in Essex County

Where is Salem, Massachusetts ?

Salem is in Essex County, situated in the northeastern part of the United States within the state of Massachusetts. It lies on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, approximately 16 miles north of Boston, and is part of the Greater Boston metropolitan area.

What is the cost of living in Salem MA ?

The cost of living in Salem, Massachusetts (Essex County) is relatively high compared to the national average. Housing costs average around $400,000 for a home, while monthly transportation expenses are approximately $120. Groceries for a single person can amount to around $350 monthly, contributing to the city's overall elevated living expenses.

Salem administrative division

Country	United States
Commonwealth	Massachusetts
County	Essex - other counties in Massachusetts

Salem building department, MA

If you're planning a construction project in Salem, MA, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential first step to ensure compliance with local regulations. The City of Salem’s Building Department is your go-to resource for initiating this process. Visit the department, located at Salem City Hall, to submit your application and receive guidance tailored to your specific project needs. It's important to reach out directly to the office to gather accurate information regarding the costs associated with permits and the expected processing times, as these can vary depending on the scope and scale of your construction plans.

Office	City of Salem Building Department
City	Salem
State	MA
Address	120 Washington Street, 3rd Floor, Salem, MA 01970
Phone	978-619-5641
Website	https://www.salem.com/building-department

Demography of Salem

Name of Salem inhabitants (demonym)	Not available
Date	Current value	Classed by Region/Country
Population	44 480 inhabitants (2020)	31 / 924
Population density in Salem	Not available

Salem (MA) statistics

Salem MA Median household income	$63,262
Salem MA Poverty rate	10.4%
Salem MA Unemployment rate	3.5%
Salem MA Educational attainment	92.1%

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List of Passport Facilities in Salem, MA

Where to apply for a passport in Salem, MA? There are 2 passport offices in Salem, try one of these:

Name	Street	Phone number
SALEM CITY HALL COLLECTORS OFFICE	93 WASHINGTON STREET RM 4	9787459595
SALEM POST OFFICE	2 MARGIN STREET	9787441202

Top 3 most popular banks in Salem

There are 15 bank branches in Salem.
Eastern Bank is the most popular bank in Salem with 3 branch offices, followed by Salem Five Cents Savings Bank with 3 branch offices and then Bank of America, National Association with 2 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Salem:

Bank's name	Number of branch offices	Service Type
Eastern Bank	3	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Salem Five Cents Savings Bank	3	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bank of America, National Association	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Beverly Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Century Bank and Trust Company	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Marblehead Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
North Shore Bank, a Co-operative Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
People's United Bank, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Santander Bank, N.A.	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
TD Bank, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Salem administrative numbers

Salem city code	2559105
Salem town phone area code	351
Salem city postcode	01970

Toponymy and translation of Salem

Arabic: سالم	Bulgarian: Сейлъм	Persian: سلیم
Japanese: セイラム	Kazakh: Салем	Korean: 세일럼
Marathi: सेलम, मॅसेच्युसेट्स	Russian: Сейлем	Serbian: Сејлем
Chinese: 塞勒姆

Transportation modes in Salem

Airport	Beverly Municipal Airport 4.6 miles Gen. Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport 12.1 miles Lawrence Municipal Airport 17.9 miles

Salem territory

Salem area	Not available
Salem altitude	26 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinates	Latitude: 42.5194 Longitude: -70.8972 Latitude: 42° 31' 10'' North Longitude: 70° 53' 50'' West
Time zone	UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
Namesake of Salem	Salem, Schleswig-Holstein, Allemagne Salem, Arkansas, États-Unis Salem, Baden-Württemberg, Allemagne Salem, Connecticut, États-Unis Salem, Illinois, États-Unis Salem, Valencia, Espagne Salem, Indiana, États-Unis Salem, Iowa, États-Unis Salem, Kentucky, États-Unis Salem, Missouri, États-Unis Salem, Nebraska, États-Unis Salem, New Hampshire, États-Unis Salem, New Jersey, États-Unis Salem, New York, États-Unis Salem, Ohio, États-Unis Salem, Oregon, États-Unis Salem, South Carolina, États-Unis Salem, South Dakota, États-Unis Salem, Utah, États-Unis Salem, Virginia, États-Unis Salem, West Virginia, États-Unis Salem, Inde
Natural parks	Salem isn't part of a natural park

What is Salem close to?

Nearby cities include: Swampscott, Marblehead, Lynn and Peabody

Peabody	Peabody	Beverly
Lynn		Swampscott
Lynn	Swampscott	Swampscott

Swampscott 2.3 miles	Marblehead 3.2 miles	Lynn 3.8 miles
Peabody 4.3 miles	Beverly 4.8 miles	Danvers 5.7 miles
Nahant 5.9 miles	Saugus 6.4 miles	Wenham 6.9 miles
Revere 7.5 miles	Lynnfield 7.5 miles	Manchester-by-the-Sea 8.2 miles
Wakefield 8.5 miles	Melrose 8.8 miles	Hamilton 8.9 miles
Middleton 9.4 miles	Winthrop 9.5 miles	Malden 9.5 miles
Chelsea 9.9 miles	Topsfield 10 miles	Stoneham 10.4 miles

Distance between Salem and other main cities and towns

New York City : 204 miles closest	Los Angeles : 2602 miles	Chicago : 857 miles
Houston : 1619 miles	Phoenix : 2307 miles	Philadelphia : 284 miles
San Antonio : 1779 miles	San Diego : 2590 miles	Dallas : 1563 miles
San Jose : 2688 miles	Fort Worth : 1589 miles	Austin : 1708 miles
Jacksonville : 1032 miles	Columbus : 634 miles	Indianapolis : 816 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Salem

Bates

District of Salem
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 327

Bentley Academy Charter School

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 257

Carlton

District of Salem
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 239

Horace Mann Laboratory

District of Salem
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 287

Nathaniel Bowditch

District of Salem
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 444

Salem Early Childhood

District of Salem
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 92

Saltonstall School

District of Salem
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 372

Witchcraft Heights

District of Salem
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 479

Middle schools in Salem

Collins Middle

District of Salem
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 545

High schools in Salem

New Liberty Innovation School

District of Salem
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 41

Salem High

District of Salem
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 933

Salem Prep High School

District of Salem
Lowest grade : 8, Highest grade : 12
Students : 13