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Salem, South Carolina
Welcome sign along (SC 130)
Welcome sign along (SC 130)
Location in Oconee County and the state of South Carolina.
Location in Oconee County and the state of South Carolina.
Country United States
State South Carolina
County Oconee
Area
 • Total 0.92 sq mi (2.37 km2)
 • Land 0.92 sq mi (2.37 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
1,063 ft (324 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 120
 • Density 131.15/sq mi (50.61/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
29676
Area codes 864, 821
FIPS code 45-62980
GNIS feature ID 1230283

Salem is a small town in Oconee County, South Carolina, located in the United States. In 2010, about 135 people lived there. By 2020, the population was 120.

Where is Salem Located?

Salem is found in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is near South Carolina Highway 130 and South Carolina Highway 11. The town is also close to some beautiful lakes and state parks.

The border between North Carolina and South Carolina is just a few miles north of Salem. The town covers about 0.8 square miles (2.2 square kilometers) of land.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in Salem has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at the population from different census reports:

Historical population
Census Pop.
1910 139
1960 206
1970 301 46.1%
1980 194 −35.5%
1990 192 −1.0%
2000 126 −34.4%
2010 135 7.1%
2020 120 −11.1%
U.S. Decennial Census

In 2000, there were 126 people living in Salem. Most of the people were White (about 95%). A small number were African American or Native American.

The average age of people in Salem in 2000 was 40 years old. About 24% of the people were under 18. About 22% were 65 or older.

Education and Learning

Salem has a lending library. It is a part of the Oconee County Public Library system. This means residents can borrow books and other materials.

See also

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