Snow plowing · Salem, MA
Snow plowing cost in Salem, MA
In Salem, driveway plowing costs $55 to $95 per storm for up to 6 inches of snow, or $425 to $750 for the whole 2026-27 season, from the Snow Pass price list.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Driveway, 1 car (per storm) | $55 |
| Driveway, 2 cars | $70 |
| Driveway, 3 cars or 75 ft+ | $95 |
| Front walk, with a plow visit | $20 |
| Front steps | $15 |
| Salt, one application (1 car) | $15 |
| Season contract, 1 car (up to 12 pushes) | $425 |
| Season contract, 2 cars | $550 |
| Season contract, 3 cars | $750 |
Not a repair shop, estimates only. These are Snow Pass's list prices. Storms of 12 inches or more are confirmed before the visit.
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Snow Pass is our own business, run by the same operator as Fair Price. The prices on this page are its real price list.
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Salem has some of the oldest and densest housing in the state, including Federal-style houses in historic districts. Many are on narrow lots close to the street.
Parking during storms
Salem declares a snow emergency when 2 inches or more of snow is predicted, and a parking ban starts automatically with it. Cars on posted streets must move; cars in snow emergency lots and on-street sites must be out within 6 hours after the ban ends or be ticketed and towed. Blue lights at key intersections signal it, and downtown has its own ban time set for each storm.
Sidewalks
Owners must clear sidewalks and curb ramps within 6 hours after snow stops in the daytime, or before noon if it stops at night. Fine: $25 for the first offense. Salem pages disagree on later fines: $75 and $100, or $50. Snow may not be shoveled or thrown back into the street ($75 first fine, then $150 and $200).
- Winter sand for residents is at 5 Jefferson Avenue; limit 2 pails per household.
- Salem High School athletic teams are the Witches; Witchcraft Heights is a public elementary school.
- The city has a shoveling assistance program for elderly and infirm residents (Council on Aging, 978-744-0924).
Town rules checked Oct 2026. Confirm current rules with Salem's public works page.
Common questions
How much does driveway plowing cost in Salem, MA?
Snow Pass charges $55 for a one-car driveway, $70 for two cars and $95 for three, per push of up to 6 inches. Deeper storms cost more. A season contract is $425 to $750.
When does Salem start a snow parking ban?
When 2 inches or more of snow is predicted, a snow emergency is declared and a parking ban starts with it. Blue lights, CodeRed calls and the city website announce it.
How soon must I clear a Salem sidewalk?
Within 6 hours after daytime snow stops, or before noon if it stops at night. The first fine is $25.
Can I shovel my Salem drive snow back into the street?
No. Salem fines throwing snow back onto the street, starting at $75.
Prices by job
- Driveway plowing, per storm
- Seasonal plowing contract
- Walkway and steps shoveling
- Salt or sand application
- Roof raking
Snow Pass is owned by the same operator as Fair Price.