Salem Population 2026
Salem has a population of 25,432, making it the #1845 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 346× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,432
Rank in United States
#1845
Coordinates
37.29°N, 80.05°W
~325 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
319 km
198 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Chesapeake | 235,429 | #98 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Arlington | 207,627 | #113 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
Cities near Salem
- Cave Spring24,922 people · ~8 km away
- Roanoke100,011 people · ~10 km away
- Blacksburg44,215 people · ~33 km away
- Christiansburg21,943 people · ~36 km away
- Radford17,403 people · ~50 km away
- West Lynchburg65,517 people · ~78 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Salem?
Salem has a population of 25,432 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1845 biggest city in United States.
What state is Salem in?
Salem is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Salem the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 319 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.
← All biggest cities in United States · United States population by year