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Salem

West Virginia · WV

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About Salem

City in West Virginia, US

1,529Population

1.3 sq miArea

1,050 ftElevation

Salem is a city in Harrison County, West Virginia, United States. The population was 1,485 at the 2020 census. It is located at the junction of U.S. Route 50 and West Virginia Route 23; the North Bend Rail Trail passes through the city. Salem University is located in Salem.

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September 14–20, 2026·West Virginia · WV

The forecast calls for Chance Rain Showers, highs near 77°. In the local news, West Virginia State Parks Foundations announces winners of spring & summer photography contest (WDTV 5).

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Sam R.

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Neighborhood yard sale — September

A few families on our street are going in together. Come early for the good stuff, everything must go.

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Priya L.

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Farmers market runs through September

Downtown green, Saturday mornings. The bread stand is back and the cider is worth the trip.

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