There are 22 independent living communities in Salem, Oregon. The median cost / day of independent living in Oregon is $73, with costs running between $40 and $100 daily. On a per month basis, this equates to an average expense of $2,200, with costs ranging from around $1,207 to $3,004. The median yearly cost is $26,400, which is greater than the national average of $23,100.
Costs for independent living in Salem typically range between $1,248 per month and $3,192 per month. The median cost is about $2,455 per month, or around $29,454 yearly.
Salem is a mid size city in Marion County and is the capital of the State of Oregon. It is the 2nd biggest city in the state. While the city itself has 249,657 people, the surrounding metro area includes a population of 2,944,458. Those who are over the age of 55 make up approximately 24% of the total population.
The SeniorScore™ for Salem is 68. The city's average household income is $47,000 ($23,000 on a per capita basis), compared to the average of $46,000 for the state of Oregon. The average home price in Salem is $151,500, which is less than the Oregon average of $322,500. The city has a high unemployment rate of approximately 11.15%.
Salem has medium mean temperatures, with medium winters and calm summers. The area receives average amounts of precipitation annually. Salem has a moderate crime rate, poor water quality, and exceptional air quality ratings in comparison to other cities in the United States.