About Salem Indiana
Salem is located in scenic Southern Indiana just 35 miles north of Louisville, Kentucky and less than 100 miles south of Indianapolis, Indiana. Salem is a great place to live and make a living. We have high achieving public schools, and a wide variety of community activities. Salem also has a strong and diverse economic base. If you're a visitor to Salem, we hope you will take note of our many unique and historic destinations. As a city, Salem has retained much of its small town flavor, a flavor that is enhanced by the city’s tree-lined streets, stately old homes and a friendly atmosphere that has been nurtured and handed down through the generations.
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Population (2018 American Community Survey)
Salem - 6,181
Labor Employment (Indiana Workforce Dev. Statistic - 2011)
Manufacturing Employment in Washington County - 2,852
Major Employers
- GKN Sinter Metals
- Flexcel (Division of Kimball Office)
- Peerless Gears
- Blue River Wood Products (Division of American Stave Co.)
- St. Vincent Salem Hospital
- Blue River Services
- Jean's Extrusions
- Hoosier Precast
Transportation
- State Highways - 56, 60, 135 and 160
- Truck Carriers - Four truck lines serving Salem Area
- Airports - Salem Municipal Airport (3300ft runway) , Commercial Air Services at Louisville International Airport
- Barge - The Port of Indiana at Jeffersonville provides Barge Service on the Ohio River. (25 Miles Away)
Utilities & Services
- Electric - Duke Energy, Jackson County REMC, Orange County REMC
- Natural Gas - Midwest Natural Gas Corporation
- Water - Municipal Service from two impounding reservoirs (3.8MGD capacity)
- Telecommunications - Frontier, Blue River Networking, DirectTV/Internet Service
Vocational Colleges/Schools
Colleges/Universities
- Indiana University - Southeast - New Albany
- Purdue University - New Albany
- Hanover College - Hanover
- University of Louisville
Educational Facilities
Medical Facilities
Housing
- Aspen Meadows Apartments
- Sycamore Hills Apartments
- Maple Leaf Apartments
Taxes
Payable in 2010, subject to a Property Tax Replacement Credit
$3.33 per $100 in Salem
$1.94 per $100 in County
Local property taxes are assessed on market value
State uses 7% tax rate on all retail sale items (food items are exempt)
Washington County has three dedicated TIF districts
Washington County has no inventory taxes
Washington County has an EDIT rate of .50% and a CAGIT rate of 1.00%
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Washington County Economic Growth Partnership
Washington County Economic Growth Partnership works to retain, attract, and foster new business growth in Washington County, Indiana. It is targeting manufacturing, defense, and distribution businesses, building from its existing base and proximity to Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division.
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
http://www.washingtoncountychamber.org
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce promotes and assists businesses/organizations doing business with one another in our community.
Radius | Indiana
Radius | Indiana is a regional partnership representing 8 counties in South Central Indiana: Crawford, Daviess, Dubois, Greene, Lawrence, Martin, Orange, and Washington Counties.
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Salem Indiana's Quality of Life offerings include:
- Small Town lifestyle within proximity to larger population centers.
- Independent Community Spirit and Sense of Community Pride
- Recreational Opportunities including Public Parks, Fishing Lakes and Hiking Trails.
- Historic Downtown Square for Shopping and Special Events.
- Quality Public Schools and Higher Education Resources.
- Established Church Communities and Places of Worship
- Cost of Living and Home Prices well below the national average.
Salem Indiana's Business Advantages Include:
- Midwestern Values and Traditional Work Ethic of Residents
- Experienced Manufacturing and Production workforce in place.
- Established Small Businesses and Pro-Business Government
- Active Chamber of Commerce Community with 250+ Members
- Cost of Living / Average Salaries well below the national average.
- Convenient Transportation to Interstates I-65, I-64 and new I-69 route.
- City of Salem Municipal Airport with Project underway to extend runway to 4,000ft.
- Shovel Ready Business Park with tax abatements and special incentives in place.
- Access to raw materials including wood, limestone and agricultural grains.
State of Indiana Economic Advantages Include:
- Indiana’s infrastructure ranks best in the nation according to CNBC’s Ranking of America’s Top States for Business 2016
- Indiana’s Bond Rating has been ranked at AAA according to Standard & Poor’s, Fitch and Moody’s Credit Rating.
- Indiana’s regulatory structures rank best and least burdensome in a recent study done by the Pacific Research Institute. (2015)
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Salem’s Mayor, City Police Department, and Parks and Recreation Department, with help from the Washington County Prevent Child Abuse Council, and the Hoosier Hills PACT Domestic Violence Shelter have created the “Salem’s Safety Zone” program to encourage awareness that the Salem City Police Department doors are open 24 hours a day in case of emergencies of any kind.
Emphasis is placed on children and family safety, and designating a central location where citizens who have been battered or felt threatened can go for immediate protection.
The Salem City Police Department is located within the City’s Southeast Corner of the Public Square, and easily accessible to Salem residents.
- Salem City Police Department 812-883-5100 or 812-883-1524
- Washington County Sheriff’s Department 812-883-5999 or *911
- Washington County Department of Child Services 812-883-5192
- Salem St. Vincent Hospital 812-883-5881
- Hoosier Hills PACT Domestic Violence Shelter 812-883-1959
If you feel threatened and need immediate protection the City of Salem Police Department is open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. The Salem City Police Department is located within the City’s Southeast Corner of the Public Square.
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The City of Salem Street & Sanitation department provides curbside recycling for the City of Salem. Recycling pickup is scheduled for every other week. If you have questions about recycling please contact the City of Salem Streets & Sanitation department at Ph#812-883-2401.
Items to be recycled include:
- tin
- aluminum
- glass
- cardboard
- newspaper
- batteries
- motor oil (in proper containers)
- antifreeze (in proper containers)
Brush/Leaf collection will occur during the months of October/November. Bagged leaves will be collected with regular garbage pickup. Raked leaves should be raked to the curb for collection.
Contact Streets and Sanitation Department
Office Contacts:
Tom Voyles - Superintendent
Phone:
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
Office Location:
City of Salem Streets & Sanitation
121 Tarr Avenue
Salem, IN 47167
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Marriage licenses for Salem residents and all residents of Washington County are issued by the Washington County Clerk's Office.
Please contact them for additional information on obtaining a marriage license.
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City of Salem Boat Permit:
A City of Salem boat permit is required to launch a boat at John Hay Lake or Lake Salinda. You may purchase your Boat Permit in person at the Clerk-Treasurer's office Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:00pm. Boat permits may also be purchased online (see link below), mail in the pdf form (see PDF document link below), or visit the City of Salem Police Dispatch Office. The Salem Police Dispatch office is located on the southeast corner of the Salem Public Square and is open 7:00am - 5:00pm 7 days a week.
Any questions pertaining to the boat permit should be directed to the Clerk-Treasurer’s office at Ph#812-883-4264. A valid Indiana fishing license is also required.
Please Note: The Clerk-Treasurer's Office only accepts cash or check (No Credit Cards) for boat launch permit payments.
John Hay Lake & Lake Salinda
Click here for an online permit
John Hay Lake & Lake Salinda
Boat Launch Permit Application (pdf)
John Hay Lake & Lake Salinda
Rules & Regulations (pdf)
State of Indiana:
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources provides a wide range of services pertaining to land & forestry management, fish & wildlife management outdoor recreaton and state museums and historic parks.
Hunting & Fishing Licenses Online
https://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/9339.htm
Reserve a Campsite at an Indiana State Park
https://indianastateparks.reserveamerica.com/
Indiana DNR Website
http://www.in.gov/dnr/
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The mission of the Humane Society of Washington County is to protect animals from abuse and neglect; to reduce pet overpopulation through education; responsible pet ownership and active spay/neuter programs; to advocate for their welfare through community relations programs and services, to encourage and respect the animal/human bond; and to promote compassion for all living things.
The Humane Society of Washington County is a 501c3 Not For Profit Organization.
For information on the Humane Society please visit their website at the following web address: