Salem

Salem is a city in and the county seat of Salem County, the most rural county in the U.S. state of New Jersey. The name Salem, for both the city and county, is derived from the Hebrew word shalom, meaning peace. As of the 2020 United States census, the city's population was 5,296. Salem had the second-highest property tax rate in New Jersey, with an equalized rate of 6.519% in 2020. The city has a rich history, founded by John Fenwick, a Quaker, in 1675. Visitors can explore the city's historic sites and enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding area