The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 65560 sells for about $153,500, or $132 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.55% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 46 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $676 a month.
ZIP 65560 — Salem
The housing market in 65560 remains stable with modest year-over-year price appreciation. Inventory is limited, and the market is driven by local demand for affordable single-family homes. Some figures, such as specific months of supply and precise price-cut percentages, are estimated based on regional trends as exact ZIP-level data is not fully published.
This ZIP is ideal for families and retirees seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with proximity to outdoor recreation, as well as budget-conscious buyers looking for affordable housing.
Median prices moved up 4.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 46 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.7% · poverty 11.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 65560, Dent County MO
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Salem are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type in the region.
The area is served by the Salem R-80 School District, which provides standard public education services for the local community.
The region is primarily concerned with wildfire risks in forested areas and occasional severe thunderstorm activity; flood risks are localized to low-lying areas near the Current River.
Economic momentum is driven by local agriculture, timber, and small-scale retail, with limited large-scale industrial development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Dent County, with rates determined by local school district and municipal levies.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling via Highway 19 and Highway 32 to reach employment hubs in Rolla or St. Robert.
The area is a gateway to the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, offering extensive access to the Current River for fishing, floating, and hiking.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for single-family homes, with limited multi-family options available.
The local economy is anchored by the Salem R-80 School District, local government, healthcare services, and the timber industry.
Public transit is not available; the area relies entirely on private vehicle transportation via state highway corridors.
Development is largely focused on small-scale residential infill and rural property improvements rather than large-scale commercial projects.
The Dent County Assessor manages property valuations, typically reassessing on a biennial cycle.
Parcels are subject to Salem R-80 School District taxes and various local fire and ambulance district levies.
Property insurance premiums are moderate, though coverage for wildfire and wind damage is a standard consideration for homeowners.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 65560.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Major regional attraction for floating, fishing, and camping.
Provides extensive hiking and outdoor recreation access.
Local community park with sports facilities and picnic areas.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.