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Salisbury, NC

Looking to move to Salisbury, NC? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Salisbury, NC is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Salisbury, NC has a population of 36856. What about cost of living in Salisbury, NC? The median income in Salisbury, NC is $55,720 and the median home value is $217,697.

Read on to learn more about Salisbury, NC, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Salisbury, NC

Average Temperatures

71 high / 48 low

Average Annual Rainfall

42 in

Average Annual Snowfall

4 in

Quick Facts about Salisbury, North Carolina

Median Home Value
$217,697
Median Property Tax
$2,173
Total Population
36,856
Average Commute
16 min
Median Household Income
$55,720
Median Monthly Rent
$765

Map of Salisbury, NC

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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