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Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Census Bureau reports New Salem population was 271 in 2019

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New Salem had a population of 271 people in 2019, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Sangamon Sun.

The median age was 34, with 50.2 percent of the total population being female and 49.8 percent male.

The state's total population in 2019 was 12,770,631.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau’s American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed.

New Salem population by sex

Estimated NumberPercent of total population
Male13549.8
Female13650.2
Total Population271100

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