Salem City Property Records in New Jersey

Salem property records document ownership, assessed values, parcel boundaries, tax history, deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and other recorded interests for real estate in Salem, Massachusetts. Users can begin with The City of Salem Assessor’s Office for parcel cards, property valuations, tax maps, and assessment data. Recorded deeds, mortgages, plans, releases, and many other land instruments are available through the Southern Essex District Registry of Deeds, which serves Salem and provides online search tools as well as in-person access. For registered land matters, users may need records maintained through the Massachusetts Land Court and related registry records. Property tax billing and payment information may also be available from The City of Salem Collector’s Office. For official copies or legal reliance, users should obtain documents directly from these government offices or registries rather than third-party websites.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$40,650
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$69,300
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$3,487
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
5%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$992 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
35%
Population
Population:
5,315

Salem Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Salem

Salem's Race and Ethnicity data shows the city's racial and ethnic composition. The three largest groups are Black (56%, 2,988 residents), White (30%, 1,606 residents), and Hispanic (9%, 465 residents). The data also includes Two + Races (4%, 231 residents), Asian (0.47%, 25 residents), and other groups with smaller shares.

Black
56%
2,988
White
30%
1,606
Hispanic
9%
465
Two + Races
4%
231
Asian
0.47%
25
Other Race
0%
0
American Indian
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Salem, Ratings Compared Across New Jersey C

Salem's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. Its three highest-rated categories are Diversity (A), Commute (B+), and Cost of Living (B). Other notable ratings include Weather (B-), Access to Outdoor Activities (B-), Good for Retirees (B-), and Public Schools (C+), while Jobs receives the lowest grade at D+. The ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C+
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
C
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B-
Nightlife
Nightlife
C+
Weather
Weather
B-
Commute
Commute
B+
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
C
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
C+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
C
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
C+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
C
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B-
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
C
Housing
Housing
C-
Jobs
Jobs
D+
Walkability
Walkability
C+

How Educated Is Salem

Salem's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (44%), Below High School (21%), and Bachelor Degree (9%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
44%
Below High School
21%
Bachelor Degree
9%
Associate Degree
7%
Some College
7%
Masters Degree
3%
Doctorate
0.50%

When Were Homes Built

Salem's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during Before 1939 (45%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (28%) and 1960 - 1979 (16%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

Before 1939
45%
1940 - 1959
28%
1960 - 1979
16%
1980 - 1999
7%
2000 - Present
5%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Salem's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (32%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (31%) and 1 Bedroom (20%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

2 Bedrooms
32%
3 Bedrooms
31%
1 Bedroom
20%
4 Bedrooms
11%
No Bedrooms
4%
5 or More Bedrooms
2%

What Is the Average Age

Salem's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are Under 10 (20%), 65 Plus (18%), and 35 - 44 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.

Under 10
20%
65 Plus
18%
35 - 44
14%
55 - 64
13%
25 - 34
12%
18 - 24
9%
10 - 17
8%
45 - 54
7%

Property Market Trends at Salem

Salem's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $69,300. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $992 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Salem's dynamic real estate landscape.

Salem Assessor Office

Salem County Board of Taxation office

Street:
110 Fifth Street
City:
Salem
County:
Salem
State:
NJ
Zip Code:
08079
Phone:
856-935-7510 x8274
Fax:
-
Hours:
Monday-Friday (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM)

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