Salem Ohio Map

About Salem, Ohio

Salem is a locality in Columbiana County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of 11,758. The population density is 708.8 people per km². Salem is located at 40.9009°N, 80.8568°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 44460.

Salem rests in Columbiana County, a place where the land rolls with a quiet insistence, a gentle swell beneath a sky that often holds a soft, diffused light. It lies 13.2 miles south-west of Boardman, OH (from Boardman, OH: bearing 230°T), and is situated 9.9 miles south-south-west of Canfield. The terrain here is a study in muted greens and browns, the fields yielding to woodlands that cling to the slight inclines, their trees a mix of mature oaks and younger maples. The air carries the scent of damp earth and, in season, the distant sweetness of blooming clover. A sense of groundedness pervades Salem, a feeling that the buildings, whether weathered brick or more modern construction, have settled into their places with a patient permanence. The streets, often lined with mature trees whose branches arch overhead, invite a slower pace, a thoughtful amble rather than a hurried stride. The history of Salem is deeply entwined with the industrious spirit of its founders, many of whom were drawn to the area by its fertile soil and the promise of a new beginning. Early settlers, including a significant Quaker population, established a community built on hard work and a strong sense of purpose, their influence still palpable in the town's enduring character. The local economy has evolved over the decades, shifting from an agricultural base to encompass manufacturing and services, with a notable history in industries like pottery and later, automotive parts. The town’s proximity to larger urban centers has allowed it to maintain a distinct identity, a place where local businesses still thrive and community ties remain strong, a quiet strength that has seen Salem through periods of change and development.

About This Salem Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Salem, Ohio with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Salem and Columbiana County.

Detailed location data for Salem includes the ZIP code (43748), telephone area code (740, 330), county seat of Columbiana County (Lisbon), and school district assignment (Salem City School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Salem is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.