Counts come from the current ATF Federal Firearms Licensee list for Salem, Indiana; ratings, hours and range information come from each business's public listing where available.

Transfers and selling in Salem

FFL transfers: 3 dealers in Salem have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 6 other licensed dealers hold a licence type that can receive one but have not posted a transfer policy; 1 store does not accept transfers. Call ahead to confirm and ask about the fee. See transfer dealers in Salem →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Jeffersonville14 dealers · 27 mi
Corydon12 dealers · 28 mi
Bedford19 dealers · 28 mi
Seymour20 dealers · 28 mi
North Vernon11 dealers · 38 mi

Buying a gun in Indiana

Indiana follows the federal baseline: a licensed dealer runs the NICS background check on ATF Form 4473 and there is no state waiting period or purchase permit for most buyers.

State-by-state purchase rules →

Gun stores in Salem: common questions

How many gun stores are in Salem, IN?

Salem has 10 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 7 Type 01 retail dealers, 3 Type 07 manufacturers and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers.

Can I have a gun shipped to an FFL in Salem?

Yes. 3 dealers in Salem have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 6 other licensed dealers hold a licence type that can receive one but have not posted a transfer policy; 1 store does not accept transfers. Call ahead to confirm and ask about the fee. The receiving dealer completes the Form 4473 and background check before you take possession.

What larger cities near Salem have more gun stores?

Jeffersonville (14 dealers, about 27 miles away) and Corydon (12), Bedford (19) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.