Salem Population 2026
Salem has a population of 29,549, making it the #1576 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Hampshire. It is about 298× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,549
Rank in United States
#1576
Coordinates
42.79°N, 71.20°W
~40 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
654 km
406 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Hampshire
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 110,229 | #280 |
| Nashua | 87,970 | #392 |
| Concord | 43,976 | #997 |
| East Concord | 42,605 | #1037 |
| Derry Village | 34,539 | #1324 |
| Dover | 30,880 | #1493 |
| Rochester | 30,038 | #1549 |
| Merrimack | 26,726 | #1758 |
Cities near Salem
FAQ
What is the population of Salem?
Salem has a population of 29,549 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1576 biggest city in United States.
What state is Salem in?
Salem is located in New Hampshire, United States.
Is Salem the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 654 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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