Salem, Pennsylvania
Salem: township in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania
About
Salem is a township located in the county of Franklin in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,623 and a population density of 139 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,367 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Salem
| Population | 6,367 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area | 47.8 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.9851,-77.6542 |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 10:57:11 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 133 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.02% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
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Geography
Salem is located at 39°59'6"N 77°39'15"W (39.9850900, -77.6541600).
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Weather
80°F
Chance Rain Showers
2 to 8 mph W
Friday
A chance of rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 80. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Salem decreased by 4.02% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,623 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,627 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,610 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,621 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,629 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,599 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,546 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,491 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,452 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 6,417 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,367 | -0.79% | estimation process |
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Salem, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 217013 | Wilson College | Chambersburg (PA) | 17201-1285 |
Nearby Transit Stations (21)
Rail and bus stations connected to Salem, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAG | Hagerstown, MD | 123 West Franklin Street | BUS |
| HNK | Hancock, MD | 434 East Main Street | BUS |
| HGD | Huntingdon | Fourth and Allegheny Sts. | RAIL |
| MRB | Martinsburg station | 229 East Martin St. | RAIL |
| LEW | Lewistown | 150 Helen Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Salem.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Chambersburg Post Office | Chambersburg (PA) | 17201 |
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- Salem, Ohio city in Ohio with a population of 956 people.
- Salem, Kentucky city in Kentucky, United States with a population of 717 people.
- Salem, Wisconsin civil town in Kenosha County, Wisconsin with a population of 529 people.
- Salem, Iowa city in Iowa, United States with a population of 380 people.
- Salem, Kansas city (possibly historical) with a population of 305 people.
- Salem, South Carolina town in South Carolina, United States with a population of 153 people.
- Salem, South Dakota city in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 153 people.
- Salem, Nebraska village in Nebraska, United States with a population of 103 people.
Other cities in Franklin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Franklin County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Chambersburg | 21,231 | Borough in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Waynesboro | 10,906 | Borough in Pennsylvania |
| Old Forge | 7,838 | City in Pennsylvania, United States of America |
| Charlestown | 6,328 | Township in Chester County, Pennsylvania |
| Saint Thomas | 6,039 | Township in Franklin County, Pennsylvania |
| Quincy | 5,451 | City in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Greencastle | 3,989 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Wayne Heights | 2,545 | Census designated place |
| Mount Union | 2,312 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Brownsville | 2,203 | Borough in Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Lurgan | 2,173 | City in United States of America |
| Metal | 1,857 | Township in Franklin County, Pennsylvania |
| Mont Alto | 1,729 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Mercersburg | 1,527 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Marion | 1,269 | Census-designated place in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Concord | 1,268 | Human settlement in Pennsylvania, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Salem distances to largest Pennsylvania cities