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Introduction to Salem, New Hampshire
Salem, New Hampshire, in Rockingham county, is 5 miles N of Lawrence, Massachusetts and 30 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. The town has a population of 28,112.
Salem History
Initially settled in 1652, Salem was recognized as the North Parish of Methuen, Massachusetts until 1736. After the boundaries between Massachusetts and New Hampshire were redrawn, Salem was incorporated in 1750. The town was named after Salem, Massachusetts.
Salem and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Salem
Salem offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities. The Canobie Lake Park and the Rockingham Park offer various facilities and are popular among local residents. America’s Stonehenge is a 30 acre formation of rocks and an important archaeological site.
Salem Transportation
Air transportation facilities are available from the Manchester Airport <./p>
Salem Higher Education
Higher studies can be pursued at Northern Essex Community College, Merrimack College, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell and North Shore Community College.
Salem strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Hampshire):
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| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 3% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 13% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 17% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 19% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Salem to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Hampshire (State):
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| Short Commute Times | | |
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 | Salem Colleges Salem colleges and trade schools. |
 | Salem Hotels & Travel Salem hotels, landmarks, tourism, transportation. |
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