Salem, Kentucky
Salem: city in Kentucky, United States
About
Salem is a city located in the county of Livingston in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 752 and a population density of 340 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 717 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Salem
| Population | 717 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Livingston County |
| Postal code | 42078 |
| Area | 2.21 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.2645,-88.2442 |
| Altitude | 443 feet / 135 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 20:10:59 (19th April 2026) |
| Density | 324 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.88% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 66℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Salem is located at 37°15'52"N 88°14'39"W (37.2645000, -88.2442000).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 66. West northwest wind 2 to 8 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Salem decreased by 4.88% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 752 | - | census |
| 2011 | 750 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 744 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 738 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 737 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 733 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 725 | -1.1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 728 | 0.41% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 728 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 723 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 717 | -0.84% | estimation process |
People born in Salem (3)
People born in Salem, including politician James Henry Dickey Henderson, university president C. Pat Taylor, Confederate Army officer and lawyer Given Campbell, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Salem, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157483 | West Kentucky Community and Technical College | Paducah (KY) | 42002-7380 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Salem, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAD | Paducah, KY | 2719 Irvin Cobb Avenue | BUS |
| VNA | Vienna, IL | 504 West Vine Street | BUS |
| MDV | Madisonville, KY | 4765 Hanson Road | BUS |
| MAI | Marion, IL | 2100 West Main Street | BUS |
| EVN | Evansville, IN | 119 Northwest 6th Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Salem.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Post Office | Salem (KY) | 42078 |
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Other cities in Livingston County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Livingston County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Ledbetter | 1,683 | Census-designated place in Livingston County, Kentucky |
| Grand Rivers | 362 | Human settlement in Livingston County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Smithland | 279 | Human settlement in Livingston County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Carrsville | 44 | City in Kentucky, United States |