Salem Security Deposit Calculator (2026) — Free
One missed deadline. One wrong deduction. That's all it takes to owe 2x penalties in Salem. Calculate your exact limits before it costs you.
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Salem Security Deposit by Unit Size
Here are the amounts at Salem's current Fair Market Rents:
| Unit Size | Median Rent | Max Deposit (2mo) | Penalty Risk |
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| Studio | $1,004/mo | $2,008 | Varies |
| 1-Bedroom | $1,053/mo | $2,106 | Varies |
| 2-Bedroom | $1,254/mo | $2,508 | Varies |
| 3-Bedroom | $1,743/mo | $3,486 | Varies |
| 4-Bedroom | $2,104/mo | $4,208 | Varies |
Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Salem city.
Penalty Warning
If you fail to return the deposit within 45 days, a Salem tenant can sue for up to 2x the amount wrongfully withheld, plus attorney fees. Tenant may recover the deposit plus damages and attorney fees
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For the full breakdown of rules, deadlines, and procedures, see our Salem Security Deposit Laws guide.
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Reviewed by Rachid Abadli
Founder & CEO, LeaseBase · Sacramento landlord · Self-managing since 2019
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