Salem Oregon Map

About Salem, Oregon

Salem is a locality in Marion County, Oregon, United States. With a population of 268,719, Salem is a major urban centre in Oregon. The population density is 1393.7 people per km². Salem is located at 44.9429°N, 123.0351°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 97302.

Salem, Oregon, unfolds in a valley cradled by rolling hills, a landscape shaped by the Willamette River's persistent flow and the fertile soil that has long drawn settlers. It lies 3.3 miles south of Keizer, OR (from Keizer, OR: bearing 188°T), and is situated 3.9 miles south-west of Hayesville. The city's history is deeply entwined with agriculture, particularly the cultivation of fruits and berries, a legacy that still colors its identity and economy. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of rich land and a temperate climate, established a community that eventually grew to become the state capital. This agricultural heart continues to beat, supporting a diverse economy that also encompasses government services, education, and manufacturing, with the gentle, often overcast, light of the region casting a soft glow over its productive fields and bustling streets. The cultural character of Salem is one of quiet resilience and a deep connection to the land, an ethos reflected in its slower pace and the genuine warmth of its people. Within its bounds stands the iconic Oregon State Capitol Building, a beacon of civic life, and the historic Elsinore Theatre, a reminder of a more glamorous past. Salem is also home to Willamette University, one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in the West, fostering a vibrant intellectual atmosphere. While major professional sports teams are not a defining feature, local pride runs deep for collegiate and high school athletics, and the city hosts annual events like the Oregon State Fair, a grand celebration of the region's agricultural bounty and community spirit, drawing in all walks of life.

About This Salem Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Salem, Oregon — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.942898, -123.035096. 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 Marion County.

Detailed location data for Salem includes the ZIP code (97301), telephone area code (503, 971), county seat of Marion County (Salem), and school district assignment (Salem-Keizer School District 24J). 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.