[2] The Susquehanna Steam Electric Station, a nuclear power plant, is located in Salem.

The Susquehanna River defines the eastern and southern borders of the township.

The physical Wyoming Valley, which consists of thick forests and very little farmland, makes up the northern part of Salem Township.

The central and southern portions of the township are mostly made up of farming communities.

East Berwick and Beach Haven are a couple of the farming communities located in southern Salem Township (along the Susquehanna River).

The Susquehanna Steam Electric Station is located in the southeastern portion of the municipality.