Salem is a town in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 9,871 at the 2000 census. The unincorporated communities of Benet Lake, Camp Lake, Fox River, Lake Shangrila, Salem, Salem Oaks, Trevor, Voltz Lake, and Wilmot are located in the town. The incorporated villages of Paddock Lake, and Silver Lake are located entirely within the town of Salem borders, but have separate boards and jurisdictions.