Question 1

Is 24153 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 24153 in Salem has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Salem city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 24153 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 24153?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 24153 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 24153. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 24153 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Salem. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 24153?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 24153 is approximately $307K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 24153 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 24153 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 24153 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 24153 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Salem. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 24153 scores similarly to the middle tier of Salem neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Salem — ZIP 24153

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Glenvar Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Glenvar Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Glenvar High	09–12	—	—	—
Mason's Cove Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Fort Lewis Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Salem High	09–12	—	—	—
G.W. Carver Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Andrew Lewis Middle	06–08	—	—	—
West Salem Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
East Salem Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
South Salem Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Virginia Virtual Academy at Salem	KG–12	—	—	—