107 movers in Salem
Priority Moving
"My business exchange with Michael was nothing short of pleasant and professional. My scheduling was terribly short notice (less than 72 hours) and he worked with me. The estimate was honest with purposeful wide margin on the higher side and explai..."
All Service Moving
"I had the pleasure of using this company and couldn’t say anything bad about my experience. They sent out Madge & Pierce and they did an amazing job. If you ever need help or unsure of moving call this company and request these guys. They know wha..."
Willamette Valley Moving
"The team at Willamette Valley Moving was AMAZING! We did all our own packing, but had quite a few pieces of heavy furniture and boxes for them to move. All three guys and both trucks showed up on time and made quick work of our house and garage. T..."
Primetime Movers Portland
"We found Northwest Movers on Yelp. We requested a quote to several other moving companies, but they were the first to respond. Scheduling was easy. They do take a one hour deposit in order to get on the books. No issue there. Movers showed up on t..."
Moving Fellows
"We employed The Moving Fellows’s professional packing services. The packers and movers arrived 10 mins ahead and packed our entire kitchen in under 2 hours. Mind you I had a lot of crystals and breakables. They had all the packing supplies needed ..."
ITS Global Relocation Services
"Worst move in 40 years (including 2 international moves). They hugely underestimated the amount to move (by 5,000lbs), so it took 6 days to deliver everything. Several pieces damaged. Lack of concern about the inconvenience caused - just waived th..."
DeWolfe & Sons Moving
"Dion DeWolfe and his crew were the BEST for moving all our stuff, a lot of it antiques from parents who have downsized to assisted living. It was such a relief to know that Dion and his crew were such professionals - and so NICE! Dion has an amazi..."
SeaPort Moving & Storage
"I would recommend this company. From my initial conversation with them right on through the day of the move, they were very helpful. The quote was good, keeping in mind weights are estimates. The movers were a bit late due to having to get a renta..."
What to know when moving to Salem, OR
Salem at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A population of 56,274 with 56.8% renting and a median household income of $57,497.
- The Major Draw:
- Median gross rent is $1,197, making it a more affordable option compared to many places.
- The Reality Check:
- The poverty rate is 20.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the area.
- Commute:
- Only 2.3% of residents use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,197/month in rent to find a place that fits your needs.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- The median household income is $57,497, which provides a context for the local economy.
- Median gross rent is $1,197, making it relatively affordable.
- The median owner-occupied home value is $310,800.
- With a 20.2% poverty rate, many residents may face economic challenges.
- Education level: 18.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
- Renter percentage stands at 56.8%, indicating a significant share of residents are renting.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Schools & Higher Ed
Access to education is available through a variety of institutions nearby.
- Total postsecondary institutions: 7
- Institutions with College Scorecard data: 7
- Notable schools include:
- Chemeketa Community College
- Corban University
- Willamette University
- Institute of Technology
- Johnny Matthew's Hairdressing Training School
- Phagans School of Beauty
- College of Hair Design Careers
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES, College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is unavailable, there are many outdoor spots to enjoy in and around Salem.
- Riverfront City Park (4.7 stars, 5,405 reviews)
- Bush's Pasture Park (4.7 stars, 3,624 reviews)
- Minto-Brown Island Park (4.7 stars, 2,740 reviews)
- Willamette Mission State Park (4.6 stars, 918 reviews)
- The Yard Food Park (4.6 stars, 3,641 reviews)
- Powerland Heritage Park (4.8 stars, 755 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.
