New Salem, North Dakota
Quick Statistics
New Salem is a community in Morton County, North Dakota, home to about 780 people spread across 1.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $35,000 a year, and a typical home is worth about $187,000. About 30.6% of adults hold a college degree, and 95.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 18 percent over the past decade.
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Among the North Dakota towns GeoStat tracks, New Salem ranks number 72 of 402 in population, number 172 in median household income, number 80 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around New Salem typically top out near 85°F in July, while January nights average about 3°F. The area sees roughly 45 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Almont, ND | 8.9 mi. | 183 |
| 2. | Center, ND | 19.6 mi. | 562 |
| 3. | Glen Ullin, ND | 19.8 mi. | 701 |
| 4. | Harmon, ND | 23.1 mi. | 198 |
| 5. | Mandan, ND | 25.1 mi. | 24,522 |
| 6. | Flasher, ND | 28.4 mi. | 222 |
| 7. | Hebron, ND | 29.9 mi. | 677 |
| 8. | Carson, ND | 30.0 mi. | 316 |
What is the population of New Salem, North Dakota?
New Salem has a population of about 780 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is New Salem, North Dakota in?
New Salem is located in Morton County, North Dakota.
What is the median home value in New Salem, North Dakota?
The median home value in New Salem is about $187,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in New Salem, North Dakota?
The median personal income in New Salem is about $35,000 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near New Salem, North Dakota?
Since 1950, 51 tornadoes have been recorded in Morton County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in New Salem, North Dakota?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 3 degrees, with around 45 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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