Salem, Connecticut
Salem: town in New London County, Connecticut, United States
About
Salem is a town located in the county of New London in the U.S. state of Connecticut. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,151 and a population density of 139 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,083 inhabitants.
The town was created 207 years ago in 1818.
Quick Facts about Salem
| Population | 4,083 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Connecticut (United States) |
| County | New London County |
| Postal code | 06420 |
| Phone Area Codes | 860 |
| Area | 29.8 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.4904,-72.2754 |
| Altitude | 315 feet / 96 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1819 (207 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 05:09:39 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 137 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.67% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 64℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
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Geography
Salem is located at 41°29'25"N 72°16'31"W (41.4903800, -72.2753600).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Salem decreased by 1.67% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,151 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,161 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,177 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,163 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,136 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,129 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,119 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,120 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,112 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,083 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,083 | 0% | estimation process |
Salem zip code is 06420.
County name: New London, County
fips: 09011
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People born in Salem (2)
People born in Salem, including politician Samuel M. Hopkins, painter Harriet Randall Lumis, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Salem, CT. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 129808 | Three Rivers Community College | Norwich (CT) | 06360 |
Nearby Transit Stations (21)
Rail and bus stations connected to Salem, CT. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NLC | New London Union Station | 27 Water Street | RAIL |
| OSB | Old Saybrook station | 455 Boston Post Road | RAIL |
| FOX | Foxwoods Casino, Connecticut | 39 Norwich Westerley Rd. | BUS |
| MYS | Mystic station | 2 Roosevelt Avenue | RAIL |
| WLY | Westerly station | 14 Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Salem.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdal Post Office | Oakdale (CT) | 06370 |
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Other cities in New London County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in New London County , CT. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich | 38,619 | City in Connecticut, USA |
| Groton | 38,258 | Town in Connecticut |
| New London | 26,870 | City in Connecticut, United States |
| Montville | 18,463 | Town in New London County, Connecticut, United States |
| Colchester | 15,774 | Town in the U. |
| Ledyard | 14,579 | Town of the United States |
| Old Lyme | 7,280 | Town in New London County, Connecticut, United States |
| Lebanon | 7,112 | Town in New London County, Connecticut, United States |
| Pawcatuck | 5,624 | City in Connecticut, United States of America |
| North Stonington | 5,197 | City in New London County, Connecticut, United States of America |
| Preston City | 5,000 | Town in New London County, Connecticut, United States |
| Lisbon | 4,238 | Town in Connecticut, USA |
| Long Hill | 4,205 | Census designated place |
| Mystic | 4,205 | Village in Connecticut |
| Old Mystic | 3,554 | Village in the United States |
| Jewett City | 3,396 | City in Griswold, Connecticut, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Salem distances to largest Connecticut cities