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| What Salem is like for active adults |
Salem, located on the Willamette River in the northwest part of the state, is the capital of Oregon. This thriving city depends on state government and agriculture for economic support. This city of over 153,000 always has something going on - a festival, museum show, or some entertainment from the several colleges hosted in Salem. It has a park system with 46 parks encompassing over 1800 acres. The climate is ideal for retirees, relatively mild winters and great access to outdoor activities. The Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains are close. Photo of Willamette College Library courtesy of and per license of Wikipedia and Cacophony.
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| Where to Live & Real Estate Values |
| There are 19 different neighborhood associations in the City. in addition there are some active adult and 55+ communities in Salem (see link at top right). The median price of a home has been relatively steady for several years - in 2011 it was about $160,000. Those prices make it one of the most attractive towns in the Pacific Northwest. |
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| What is special about this retirement community |
| The state capitol of Oregon is in Salem. Huge park system with trails for hikers, bikers, and horses. Year round festivals including the Oregon State Fair. At least 3 colleges including Willamette College, Chemeketa Community College, and Corban College. |
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| What is not special about this retirement community |
Salem is not thriving, it is struggling. Property taxes are high because much of the land is government (federal, state, county, city) owned and not taxed. Businesses are closing. Salem is one of the cloudiest and rainiest places in the country.
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| What kinds of people like retiring here |
| People looking for a mid-sized city with access to the outdoors will enjoy Salem. |
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| State government, healthcare, and agriculture drive the Salem economy. |
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| Climate and Physical Environment |
| The average July high temperature is 82 and the average January high is 47 (the average low is 33). The wettest month is December (6.5"). |
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| Salem's cultural resources include the Mission Mill Museum, Hallie Ford Museum of Art, and the Elsinore Theatre. The Oregon Symphony plays 10 classical concerts in Salem each year. The annual Salem Art Fair and Festival is a big event. In addition the local colleges have cultural events. |
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| Salem Hospital serves the community. |
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| Transportation |
| Salem has local bus service with connections to Portland. Amtrak has daily service from Salem. The Salem Municipal Airport serves private aviation. The Portland Airport is the nearest big airport. |
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Facts about SALEM
- State: OR
- Environment: Suburban,College Town,Small-mid Sized City,Outdoor Oriented,Biking Community,
- City Population: 100,001+
- Median age of Population: 25-44
- Avg Jan Temperature: 41-60
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- Median HH Income: 41,001-60,000
- Average Home Price (MLS): $100,000-$200,000
- Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: 2000-4000
- Total Crime Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
- Cost of Living Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
- Culture Index: 111-120 (high)
- State Sales Tax: No
- State Income Tax: Yes
- Name of the Guide: boomer1
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1. Overall Retirement Ratings
1. Rating: 2.8/5 ( 4 votes cast)
2. Expense:
Inexpensive to Luxury
2. Rating: 3.0/5 ( 3 votes cast)
3. Taxes:
Inexpensive to Expensive
3. Rating: 3.3/5 ( 3 votes cast)
4. Culture:
None to Cosmopolitan
4. Rating: 2.3/5 ( 4 votes cast)
5.Recreation:
None to Summer camp
5. Rating: 3.8/5 ( 4 votes cast)
6. Transportation:
Boondocks to World Hub
6. Rating: 1.8/5 ( 4 votes cast)
7. Security:
Dangerous to Ft. Knox
7. Rating: 3.0/5 ( 3 votes cast)
8. Medical Facilities:
None to Excellent
8. Rating: 2.5/5 ( 2 votes cast)
9. Political Situation:
Conservative to Liberal
9. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 2 votes cast)
10. Environmental:
Oblivious to Ultra-Green
10. Rating: 3.7/5 ( 3 votes cast)
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