Crime Safety Grade

A

Salem, OH Crime Rate

Lower crime than 54% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Salem Safe?

With an overall crime index of 108, Salem has a 8% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 216. 100% of Salem neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Salem
108
Ohio Avg
97
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
108
8% above average
Violent Crime
116
16% above average
Property Crime
141
41% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Salem

1 in 216

Property crime: 1 in 177

Where Is It Safe in Salem?

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Salem Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 67% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 17% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 132 ▲ 32%
Assault Violent 83 ▼ 17%
Robbery Violent 132 ▲ 32%
Burglary Property 112 ▲ 12%
Larceny / Theft Property 167 ▲ 67%
Vehicle Theft Property 144 ▲ 44%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Salem Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Bricker Farms A+ 108

Salem Crime by Zip Code

44460
A+ Index: 114

Salem Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
11,692
Median Income
$38,822
Home Value
$92,075
Median Rent
$695
Home Ownership
56%

Racial Demographics

White
95.6%
Black
0.6%
Hispanic
2%
Asian
0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Salem?
Salem has an overall crime index of 108, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Salem are rated A or B for safety.
Is Salem safe to live in?
Salem has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Salem?
The safest neighborhoods in Salem based on crime data include Bricker Farms. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Salem crime compare to the national average?
Salem's overall crime index is 108 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 8% higher than the typical US city.

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