Your Guide to Buying a Home in Salem, OR

Buying a Home in Salem, Oregon

Salem is located in Marion and Polk County

Population: 130,000 Salem is located in the heart of the Willamette Valley just minutes from many of Oregon's finest attractions. A short drive to the north is Portland, largest metropolitan area in Oregon. A few minutes to the west is the Pacific ocean coastline with beaches, sand dunes and good food. To the east you have Central Oregon with ski resorts and summer recreation. Moderate weather year-round - As Oregon's capital, Salem has many excellent job opportunities with over 60 state agencies employing approx. 13,000 full time employees. High-tech businesses also offer many other career potential positions. Rivers, lakes, streams, parks and airport will welcome you to Salem, Oregon.