Economy & Jobs — Salem, North Carolina

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$68,988
Estimated 2026~$76,000
Per Capita Income$28,115
Poverty Rate19.1%
Unemployment Rate7.1%
In Labor Force956

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Manufacturing25.1%
Education Healthcare24.7%
Retail14.5%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Fast Food67
Full Service Restaurants48
Gas Stations37
Physician Offices35
General Merchandise28
Dental Offices25
Law Offices23
Real Estate Offices22
Insurance Agencies22
Auto Repair18
Accounting Firms14
Grocery Stores13
Convenience Stores12
Coffee Shops12
Child Day Care11
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.