Economy & Jobs — Salem, Missouri
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $43,923 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$44,700 |
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| Per Capita Income | $24,636 |
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| Poverty Rate | 11.1% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 3.0% |
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| In Labor Force | 2,073 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 27.4% |
| Arts Food | 13.6% |
| Retail | 13.4% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Fast Food | 9 |
| Auto Repair | 7 |
| Insurance Agencies | 7 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 7 |
| Commercial Banks | 6 |
| Gas Stations | 5 |
| Used Car Dealers | 4 |
| Real Estate Offices | 4 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
| Accounting Firms | 3 |
| Chiropractors | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
