There are 2 independent living communities near Salem, Missouri. Independent living costs in Missouri range from about $20 up to $124 daily, with a mean expenditure running around $46. The monthly expense averages about $1,375 and ranges between $602 and $3,729. On a yearly basis, the average cost is about $16,500, which is below the national average of $23,100.
Salem is a small city in Dent County, Missouri. While the encompassing area is home to 1,069,475 inhabitants, there are 14,392 living within the city itself. The 55+ community makes up approximately 32% of the overall population.
The SeniorScore™ for Salem is 65. The city has a median per capita income of $19,000 and a median household income is $37,000 (the Missouri state average is $43,000). The mean home price in Salem is $130,500, which is relatively lower than the Missouri average of $153,000. Salem also has a high unemployment rate of roughly 10.03%.
Salem has mild average temperatures, with comfortable winters and balmy summers. The city receives average amounts of rain each year. In relation to other cities in the United States, Salem has an exceptionally low rate of crime and very good air quality ratings.