Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Salem, Oregon, call the Salem Police Department non-emergency line at 503-588-6123 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Salem
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Salem Police Department) | 503-588-6123 | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Salem Police Department say?
"To report crime, suspicious activity, or a traffic hazard, call the non-emergency line: 503-588-6123" 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "To report crime, suspicious activity, or a traffic hazard, call the non-emergency line: 503-588-6123"
Who answers the call?
In Salem, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Salem Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Oregon: Portland, Eugene, Gresham, Hillsboro, Bend. Outside city limits and on highways: Oregon State Police (OSP). All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in the United States.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Salem?
503-588-6123, the Salem Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 503-588-6123 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 503-588-6123 is the Salem Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Sources · 4
- City of Salem · Police | Salem, Oregon checked 2026-11-09
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline checked 2026-11-05
- MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine · Poison control center - emergency number checked 2026-11-05