Little Rock metro, AR relocation guide
Moving to Salem, AR
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About Salem
Salem is a census-designated place in Saline County (population 2,544 at the 2020 census, per Wikipedia) — not to be confused with Salem in Fulton County. It's a spread-out community west of Benton along the Highway 5/35 corridor, mixing subdivisions with acreage. The Benton School District serves the area, and growth from Benton keeps pushing west.
Home prices in Salem
Home prices in Salem vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Salem
- Highway 5 corridor
- Subdivisions and acreage tracts west of Benton
- Nearby Lake Norrell
- The Saline River recreation areas
Commuting from Salem
- Approximately 17 miles southwest of downtown Little Rock; typical drive 25–30 minutes (approximate, via Hwy 5 to I-30).
- Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) is about 22 miles east; typical drive ~30 minutes (approximate).
- Benton is ~10 minutes east.
Schools in Salem
Public schools: Benton School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Salem FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Salem, AR?
Home prices in Salem vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Salem, AR?
Approximately 17 miles southwest of downtown Little Rock; typical drive 25–30 minutes (approximate, via Hwy 5 to I-30). - Which school district serves Salem, AR?
Salem is served by Benton School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.