What are the schools like in Salemburg, NC?

Salemburg is served primarily by Sampson County Schools. The district operates 9 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 5 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.0:1.

What is the median household income in Salemburg?

The median household income in Salemburg, NC is $46,071 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Salemburg, NC?

Salemburg has an average high temperature of 53.0°F in January and 89.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.8 inches.

Salemburg, NC Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Salemburg, NC affordable or expensive?

Salemburg's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Salemburg is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $126,800 and the median rent is $928 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Salemburg, NC?

Crime rate data for Salemburg is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Salemburg, NC a Good Place to Live?

Salemburg is a small town of 330 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $46,071 . Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Salemburg stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Salemburg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Salemburg city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 91.1

Salemburg's overall cost of living index is 91.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Salemburg costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Salemburg, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$126,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$928	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,071	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Salemburg is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Salemburg is served primarily by Sampson County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.0:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Salemburg, NC	National Avg
School District	Sampson County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	9	—
Middle Schools	4	—
High Schools	5	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Salemburg sees average highs of 53.0°F in January and 89.5°F in July, with 49.5 inches of annual precipitation and 1.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Salemburg, NC
Average High — January	53.0°F
Average High — July	89.5°F
Annual Precipitation	49.5"
Annual Snowfall	1.8"

Demographics

Metric	Salemburg, NC	National Avg
Population	330	—
Median Age	45.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	80.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	11.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	17.9%	22.2%
65 and over	22.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Roseboro, NC 4 mi Bonnetsville, NC 6 mi Autryville, NC 8 mi Clinton, NC 10 mi Stedman, NC 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Salemburg

Salemburg, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

28385

Salemburg vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Salemburg, NC affordable or expensive?

Salemburg's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Salemburg roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $126,800 and median rent is $928/month.

What is the crime rate in Salemburg, NC?

Crime data for Salemburg is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Salemburg?

Public schools in Salemburg are operated by Sampson County Schools. The district has 9 elementary, 4 middle, and 5 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.0:1. 18.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Salemburg, NC a good place to live?

Salemburg, NC has a population of 330, a median household income of $46,071, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Salemburg?

Salemburg averages 53.0°F in January and 89.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.5 inches with about 1.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Salemburg?

Salemburg, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 28385.

What is the population of Salemburg?

The population of Salemburg, North Carolina is 330 with a median age of 45.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Salemburg?

Key numbers for living in Salemburg: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $126,800, median household income $46,071, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Salemburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.