Ghent, MN
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Ghent Overview
457
TOTAL POPULATION
244
MALE POPULATION
213
FEMALE POPULATION
114.55
MALES / 100 FEMALES
87.30
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,648
PER CAPITA INCOME
$84,167
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,375
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
249
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
71.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
Ghent Zip Codes
Ghent Area Codes
Race in Ghent
The most populous races in Ghent are White / Caucasian (387 | 84.7%), Hispanic or Latino (67 | 14.7%), and Two or more Races (61 | 13.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 8 | 1.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 67 | 14.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 387 | 84.7% |
| Two or more Races | 61 | 13.4% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 457 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Ghent
The most populous ancestries reported in Ghent are German (203 | 44.4%), Norwegian (70 | 15.3%), Mexican (65 | 14.2%), Belgian (49 | 10.7%), and Scottish (41 | 9.0%), together accounting for 93.6% of all Ghent residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 3 | 0.7% |
| American | 5 | 1.1% |
| Belgian | 49 | 10.7% |
| Central American | 2 | 0.4% |
| Danish | 10 | 2.2% |
| Dutch | 28 | 6.1% |
| English | 11 | 2.4% |
| European | 3 | 0.7% |
| French | 16 | 3.5% |
| French Canadian | 3 | 0.7% |
| German | 203 | 44.4% |
| Icelander | 1 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 2 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 35 | 7.7% |
| Italian | 1 | 0.2% |
| Luxembourger | 4 | 0.9% |
| Mexican | 65 | 14.2% |
| New Zealander | 2 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 70 | 15.3% |
| Polish | 26 | 5.7% |
| Russian | 3 | 0.7% |
| Salvadoran | 2 | 0.4% |
| Scandinavian | 1 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 10 | 2.2% |
| Scottish | 41 | 9.0% |
| Slovene | 2 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 3 | 0.7% |
| Swedish | 5 | 1.1% |
| Thai | 1 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 2 | 0.4% | View All 30 Rows |
Immigrants in Ghent
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ghent came from Central America (7 | 1.5%), Latin America (7 | 1.5%), Mexico (7 | 1.5%), Europe (4 | 0.9%), and Western Europe (4 | 0.9%), together accounting for 6.4% of all Ghent residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 3 | 0.7% |
| Asia | 1 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 7 | 1.5% |
| Eastern Africa | 3 | 0.7% |
| Europe | 4 | 0.9% |
| France | 1 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 3 | 0.7% |
| India | 1 | 0.2% |
| Kenya | 3 | 0.7% |
| Latin America | 7 | 1.5% |
| Mexico | 7 | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 3 | 0.7% |
| South Central Asia | 1 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 4 | 0.9% | View All 14 Rows |
Sex and Age in Ghent
Sex and Age in Ghent
The most populous age groups in Ghent are 10 to 14 Years (49 | 20.1%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (29 | 13.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 11 (4.5%) | 6 (2.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 12 (4.9%) | 16 (7.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 49 (20.1%) | 9 (4.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 26 (10.7%) | 13 (6.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 22 (9.0%) | 16 (7.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 6 (2.5%) | 10 (4.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 13 (5.3%) | 10 (4.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 8 (3.3%) | 17 (8.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 19 (7.8%) | 29 (13.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 17 (7.0%) | 7 (3.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 13 (5.3%) | 24 (11.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 11 (4.5%) | 8 (3.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 13 (5.3%) | 14 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 8 (3.3%) | 10 (4.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 11 (4.5%) | 13 (6.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 1 (0.4%) | 10 (4.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 3 (1.2%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 1 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 244 (100.0%) | 213 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Ghent
Median Family Size in Ghent
The median family size in Ghent is 3.20 persons per family, with married-couple families (82 | 69.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.54 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (26 | 22.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.15 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 82 (69.5%) | 3.54 |
| Single Male/Father | 10 (8.5%) | 3.20 |
| Single Female/Mother | 26 (22.0%) | 2.15 |
| Total Families | 118 (100.0%) | 3.20 |
Median Household Size in Ghent
The median household size in Ghent is 2.75 persons per household, with single male/father households (10 | 6.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.9 persons per household. non-family households (48 | 28.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.44 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 82 (49.4%) | 3.54 |
| Single Male/Father | 10 (6.0%) | 3.90 |
| Single Female/Mother | 26 (15.7%) | 2.27 |
| Non-family | 48 (28.9%) | 1.44 |
| Total Households | 166 (100.0%) | 2.75 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ghent
Out of a total of 166 households in Ghent, 118 (71.1%) are family households, while 48 (28.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 58, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 42.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 42 (25.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 58 (34.9%) | 5 (3.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 28 (16.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 26 (15.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 4 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 2 (1.2%) | 1 (0.6%) |
| Total | 118 (71.1%) | 48 (28.9%) |
Female Fertility in Ghent
Fertility by Age in Ghent
Average fertility rate in Ghent is 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 3 (100.0%) | 83.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 3 (100.0%) | 27.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ghent
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Ghent
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 1 (33.3%) | 19.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 2 (66.7%) | 333.0 |
| Total | 3 (100.0%) | 27.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ghent
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Ghent
Income Overview in Ghent
Per Capita Income in Ghent is $36,648, while median incomes of families and households are $84,167 and $69,375 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 457 | $36,648 |
| Median Family Income | 118 | $84,167 |
| Mean Family Income | 118 | $113,847 |
| Median Household Income | 166 | $69,375 |
| Mean Household Income | 166 | $94,989 |
| Income Deficit | 118 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 457 | 38.61% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 457 | 61.39¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 457 | 0.49 |
Earnings by Sex in Ghent
Average Earnings in Ghent are $40,313, $46,250 for men and $28,393 for women, a difference of 38.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 144 (55.2%) | $46,250 |
| Female | 117 (44.8%) | $28,393 |
| Total | 261 (100.0%) | $40,313 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ghent
The most common earnings brackets in Ghent are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (17 | 11.8%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (17 | 14.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 6 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 2 (1.4%) | 4 (3.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 14 (9.7%) | 3 (2.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 2 (1.4%) | 6 (5.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 4 (2.8%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (2.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 2 (1.4%) | 14 (12.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 2 (1.4%) | 8 (6.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 10 (6.9%) | 11 (9.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 3 (2.1%) | 4 (3.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 5 (3.5%) | 9 (7.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 5 (3.5%) | 3 (2.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 5 (3.5%) | 3 (2.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 9 (6.2%) | 6 (5.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 13 (9.0%) | 2 (1.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 7 (4.9%) | 14 (12.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 17 (11.8%) | 5 (4.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 16 (11.1%) | 3 (2.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14 (9.7%) | 17 (14.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 8 (5.6%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| Total | 144 (100.0%) | 117 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ghent
Average earnings in Ghent are $56,042 for men and $41,250 for women, a difference of 26.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $91,875, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $43,125. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $16,771.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $58,750 | $16,771 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $43,125 | $40,938 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,417 | $51,250 |
| Graduate Degree | $91,875 | $58,750 |
| Total | $56,042 | $41,250 |
Family Income in Ghent
Family Income Brackets in Ghent
According to the Ghent family income data, there are 27 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.9% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 2 | 1.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1 | 0.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 16 | 13.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16 | 13.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20 | 16.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 27 | 22.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19 | 16.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15 | 12.7% |
| $200,000+ | 2 | 1.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ghent
4-person families (22 | 18.6%) account for the highest median family income in Ghent with $97,188 per family, while 2-person families (64 | 54.2%) have the highest median income of $34,375 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 64 (54.2%) | $68,750 |
| 3-Person Families | 26 (22.0%) | $84,167 |
| 4-Person Families | 22 (18.6%) | $97,188 |
| 5-Person Families | 4 (3.4%) | $88,750 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 2 (1.7%) | $0 |
| Total | 118 (100.0%) | $84,167 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ghent
The median family income in Ghent is $84,167, with families comprising 2 earners (53) having the highest median family income of $98,438, while families with no earners (13) have the lowest median family income of $37,917, accounting for 44.9% and 11.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 13 (11.0%) | $37,917 |
| 1 Earner | 34 (28.8%) | $50,625 |
| 2 Earners | 53 (44.9%) | $98,438 |
| 3+ Earners | 18 (15.2%) | $97,083 |
| Total | 118 (100.0%) | $84,167 |
Household Income in Ghent
Household Income Brackets in Ghent
With 35 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Ghent, accounting for 21.1% of all households. In contrast, only 2 households (1.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 6 | 3.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8 | 4.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8 | 4.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 19 | 11.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 23 | 13.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 23 | 13.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 35 | 21.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 27 | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15 | 9.0% |
| $200,000+ | 2 | 1.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Ghent
The median household income in Ghent is $69,375, with the highest median household income of $95,893 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 65 households (39.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 14 households (8.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 14 (8.4%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 48 (28.9%) | $86,250 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 65 (39.2%) | $95,893 |
| 65+ Years | 39 (23.5%) | $33,750 |
| Total | 166 (100.0%) | $69,375 |
Poverty in Ghent
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ghent
With 2.9% poverty level for males and 11.3% for females among the residents of Ghent, 16 and 17 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2 males (40.0%) and 7 females (35.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 2 (40.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1 (5.3%) | 7 (35.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (13.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (12.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2 (8.3%) | 4 (18.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (10.5%) | 3 (13.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7 (2.9%) | 24 (11.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ghent
According to the poverty statistics in Ghent, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 11 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 57 (100.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 3 (60.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 37 (100.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 18 (94.7%) | 13 (65.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 27 (100.0%) | 40 (87.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 30 (100.0%) | 27 (87.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 22 (91.7%) | 18 (81.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (89.5%) | 20 (87.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (100.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Total | 237 (97.1%) | 189 (88.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ghent
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ghent show that 2.4% or 2 of the total 82 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.5%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 42 (95.5%) | 2 (4.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 80 (97.6%) | 2 (2.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ghent
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (4.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (3.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ghent
The poverty data for Ghent shows that 2 of the married-couple family households (2.4%) and 1 of the single-parent households (2.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (4.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 household (4.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 2 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (4.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2 (2.4%) | 1 (2.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Ghent
Employment by Class of Employer in Ghent
Among the 227 employed individuals in Ghent, private company employees (161 | 70.9%), not-for-profit organizations (26 | 11.5%), and local government employees (13 | 5.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 161 | 70.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 3 | 1.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 11 | 4.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 26 | 11.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 13 | 5.7% |
| State Government Employees | 5 | 2.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 6 | 2.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 2 | 0.9% |
| Total | 227 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Ghent
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 24 (75.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 37 (97.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 11 (68.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 20 (87.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 55 (75.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 57 (93.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 16 (84.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 17 (63.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (28.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 249 (71.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ghent
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 11 (55.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 51 (82.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 59 (78.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 55 (88.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 176 (80.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Ghent
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ghent are Community & Social Service (22 | 8.9%), Management (20 | 8.1%), Business & Financial (14 | 5.7%), Education Instruction & Library (14 | 5.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (10 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ghent, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Management (85.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (80.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 17 (85.0%) | 3 (15.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 5 (35.7%) | 9 (64.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 8 (80.0%) | 2 (20.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 7 (77.8%) | 2 (22.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 6 (27.3%) | 16 (72.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 4 (28.6%) | 10 (71.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 2 (66.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 36 (50.7%) | 35 (49.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 132 (53.2%) | 116 (46.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Ghent are Food Preparation & Serving (31 | 12.5%), Healthcare Support (17 | 6.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (10 | 4.0%), Personal Care & Service (8 | 3.2%), and Security & Protection (1 | 0.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Ghent, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (70.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (88.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (54.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 2 (11.8%) | 15 (88.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 14 (45.2%) | 17 (54.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 7 (70.0%) | 3 (30.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 24 (35.8%) | 43 (64.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 132 (53.2%) | 116 (46.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ghent are Office & Administration (26 | 10.5%), and Sales & Related (17 | 6.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 2 (11.8%) | 15 (88.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 10 (38.5%) | 16 (61.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 12 (27.9%) | 31 (72.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 132 (53.2%) | 116 (46.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ghent are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (14 | 5.7%), Construction & Extraction (8 | 3.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 1 (50.0%) | 1 (50.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 23 (95.8%) | 1 (4.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 132 (53.2%) | 116 (46.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ghent are Production (27 | 10.9%), Transportation (10 | 4.0%), and Material Moving (6 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 21 (77.8%) | 6 (22.2%) |
| Transportation | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 37 (86.1%) | 6 (14.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 132 (53.2%) | 116 (46.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Ghent
Employment Industries in Ghent
The major employment industries in Ghent include Accommodation & Food Services (37 | 14.9%), Manufacturing (36 | 14.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (32 | 12.9%), Finance & Insurance (22 | 8.9%), and Retail Trade (21 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ghent
The Ghent industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (91.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (93.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 11 (91.7%) | 1 (8.3%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 31 (86.1%) | 5 (13.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 2 (66.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 10 (47.6%) | 11 (52.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 16 (76.2%) | 5 (23.8%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 10 (45.5%) | 12 (54.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 4 (66.7%) | 2 (33.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 8 (47.1%) | 9 (52.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 2 (6.2%) | 30 (93.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 14 (37.8%) | 23 (62.2%) |
| Public Administration | 1 (33.3%) | 2 (66.7%) |
| Total | 132 (53.2%) | 116 (46.8%) |
Education in Ghent
School Enrollment in Ghent
The most common levels of schooling among the 132 students in Ghent are middle school (56 | 42.4%), high school (27 | 20.4%), and elementary school (19 | 14.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 11 | 8.3% |
| Kindergarten | 4 | 3.0% |
| Elementary School | 19 | 14.4% |
| Middle School | 56 | 42.4% |
| High School | 27 | 20.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 11 | 8.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 4 | 3.0% |
| Total | 132 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ghent
Out of a total of 132 students who are enrolled in schools in Ghent, 10 (7.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 122 (92.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (28.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 5 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 25 (96.2%) | 1 (3.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 57 (98.3%) | 1 (1.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 15 (71.4%) | 6 (28.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 5 (71.4%) | 2 (28.6%) |
| Total | 122 (92.4%) | 10 (7.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ghent
Education (13 | 17.1%), business (12 | 15.8%), literature & languages (9 | 11.8%), visual & performing arts (9 | 11.8%), and social sciences (7 | 9.2%) are the most common fields of study among 76 individuals in Ghent who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 4 | 5.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 2 | 2.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 1 | 1.3% |
| Social Sciences | 7 | 9.2% |
| Engineering | 1 | 1.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 7 | 9.2% |
| Business | 12 | 15.8% |
| Education | 13 | 17.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 9 | 11.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 9 | 11.8% |
| Communications | 5 | 6.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 6 | 7.9% |
| Total | 76 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Ghent
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ghent
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ghent are males with 2 vehicles (46, accounting for 39.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (43, making up 41.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 9 (7.8%) | 22 (19.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 46 (39.7%) | 43 (38.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 40 (34.5%) | 36 (32.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 20 (17.2%) | 7 (6.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 1 (0.9%) | 3 (2.7%) |
| Total | 116 (100.0%) | 111 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Ghent
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ghent are 10 to 14 minutes (80 commuters, 39.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (46 commuters, 22.4%), and 5 to 9 minutes (28 commuters, 13.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 10 | 4.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 28 | 13.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 80 | 39.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 46 | 22.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 11 | 5.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 7 | 3.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 10 | 4.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 5 | 2.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2 | 1.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 2 | 1.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 4 | 1.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Ghent
The most common commute times in Ghent are 10 to 14 minutes (46 commuters, 46.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (34 commuters, 31.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 5 (5.1%) | 5 (4.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 6 (6.1%) | 22 (20.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 46 (46.9%) | 34 (31.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 23 (23.5%) | 23 (21.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 7 (7.1%) | 4 (3.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 5 (5.1%) | 2 (1.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1 (1.0%) | 9 (8.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (4.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1 (1.0%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1 (1.0%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 3 (3.1%) | 1 (0.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ghent
The most frequent times of departure to work in Ghent are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (24, 24.5%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (20, 18.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 2 (2.0%) | 9 (8.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 6 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 19 (19.4%) | 5 (4.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 23 (23.5%) | 20 (18.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 9 (9.2%) | 13 (12.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 24 (24.5%) | 15 (14.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 4 (4.1%) | 4 (3.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (10.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (7.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 2 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 8 (8.2%) | 20 (18.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 98 (100.0%) | 107 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Ghent
Occupancy by Ownership in Ghent
Of the total 166 dwellings in Ghent, owner-occupied units account for 134 (80.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 32 (19.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 134 | 80.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 32 | 19.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 166 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Ghent
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 42 | 25.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 63 | 38.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 28 | 16.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 33 | 19.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 166 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ghent
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 36 (85.7%) | 6 (14.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 51 (80.9%) | 12 (19.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 19 (67.9%) | 9 (32.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 28 (84.9%) | 5 (15.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 134 (80.7%) | 32 (19.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ghent
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 48 (90.6%) | 5 (9.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 48 (66.7%) | 24 (33.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 31 (91.2%) | 3 (8.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ghent
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 31 | 18.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 31 | 18.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 38 | 22.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 27 | 16.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 | 15.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 12 | 7.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 1 | 0.6% |
| Total | 166 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Ghent
Median Income by Occupancy in Ghent
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 134 (80.7%) | $82,500 |
| Renter-Occupied | 32 (19.3%) | $29,318 |
| Average | 166 (100.0%) | $69,375 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ghent
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (6.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 4 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6 (4.5%) | 2 (6.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (12.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 4 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8 (6.0%) | 11 (34.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 19 (14.2%) | 4 (12.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 21 (15.7%) | 2 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 35 (26.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20 (14.9%) | 7 (21.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 17 (12.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ghent
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 2 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 16 (11.9%) | 1 (3.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 31 (23.1%) | 6 (18.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 14 (10.4%) | 12 (37.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 45 (33.6%) | 5 (15.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 21 (15.7%) | 3 (9.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 3 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 2 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Ghent
Housing Structures in Ghent
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 144 | 86.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 21 | 12.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1 | 0.6% |
| Total | 166 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ghent
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 132 (91.7%) | 12 (8.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 2 (9.5%) | 19 (90.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Total | 134 (80.7%) | 32 (19.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ghent
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 2 (1.5%) | 11 (34.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 16 (11.9%) | 17 (53.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 63 (47.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 53 (39.6%) | 4 (12.5%) |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ghent
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 6 (4.5%) | 1 (3.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 107 (79.8%) | 8 (25.0%) |
| Electricity | 16 (11.9%) | 22 (68.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 4 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 1 (0.7%) | 1 (3.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Ghent
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 4 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 24 (17.9%) | 24 (75.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 53 (39.6%) | 7 (21.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 53 (39.6%) | 1 (3.1%) |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Ghent
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ghent
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 49 | 85 |
| Median Property Value | $131,300 | $156,300 |
| Median Household Income | $39,583 | $17 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $550 | $2 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,458 | $2 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ghent
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (2.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 15 (30.6%) | 21 (24.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 29 (59.2%) | 62 (72.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 5 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 85 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ghent
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 4 (8.2%) | 2 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 8 (16.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7 (14.3%) | 2 (2.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6 (12.2%) | 1 (1.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 10 (20.4%) | 13 (15.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9 (18.4%) | 11 (12.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 5 (10.2%) | 26 (30.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (17.6%) |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 85 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ghent
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 17 (34.7%) | 95,625 (112,500.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 8 (16.3%) | 61 (71.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 9 (18.4%) | 14 (16.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 15 (30.6%) | 3 (3.5%) |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 85 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ghent
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 5 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 19 (38.8%) | 9 (10.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 22 (44.9%) | 23 (27.1%) |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 85 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Ghent
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ghent
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 21 (84.0%) | 4 (16.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 117 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 26 (68.4%) | 12 (31.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 37 (94.9%) | 2 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 72 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 57 (93.4%) | 4 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 39 (84.8%) | 7 (15.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 427 (93.6%) | 29 (6.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ghent
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 21 (84.0%) | 4 (16.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 117 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 26 (68.4%) | 12 (31.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ghent
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 38 (92.7%) | 3 (7.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 66 (78.6%) | 18 (21.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 56 (98.3%) | 1 (1.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 130 (96.3%) | 5 (3.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 137 (98.6%) | 2 (1.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ghent
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 9 (36.0%) | 19 (76.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 26 (22.2%) | 99 (84.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 4 (10.5%) | 22 (57.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 9 (23.1%) | 29 (74.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 24 (33.3%) | 56 (77.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 9 (14.7%) | 52 (85.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 6 (13.0%) | 36 (78.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 42 (100.0%) | 38 (90.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (100.0%) | 13 (81.2%) |
| Total | 145 (31.8%) | 364 (79.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ghent
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (1.8%) | 12 (27.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 4 (5.0%) | 8 (8.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (52.6%) | 6 (26.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (20.0%) | 4 (36.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ghent
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (2.5%) | 2 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (52.6%) | 2 (8.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (18.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (2.5%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (1.8%) | 12 (27.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (2.5%) | 5 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (36.8%) | 4 (17.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (20.0%) | 4 (36.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Ghent
Computing Device Access in Ghent
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 135 | 81.3% |
| Smartphone | 156 | 94.0% |
| Tablet | 101 | 60.8% |
| No Computing Device | 1 | 0.6% |
| Total | 166 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Ghent
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 2 | 1.2% |
| Broadband Home | 129 | 77.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 18 | 10.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 11 | 6.6% |
| No Internet | 13 | 7.8% |
| Total | 166 | 100.0% |
Ghent Summary
Ghent is a small city located in Sibley County, Minnesota, United States. It is situated on the banks of the Minnesota River, about 40 miles southwest of Minneapolis. The city has a population of approximately 1,000 people and is part of the Mankato-North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Ghent was founded in 1856 by a group of German immigrants who had settled in the area. The city was named after the city of Ghent in Belgium. The first settlers were mostly farmers, and the city quickly grew to become a thriving agricultural community. In 1872, the first railroad line was built through Ghent, connecting it to the larger cities of Mankato and Minneapolis. This allowed for the growth of the city and the development of a variety of businesses.
In the early 1900s, Ghent was a bustling town with a variety of businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, a lumber yard, a blacksmith shop, and a variety of other stores. The city also had a number of churches, schools, and a library.
Geography
Ghent is located in Sibley County, Minnesota, on the banks of the Minnesota River. The city is situated at an elevation of 945 feet above sea level. The city covers an area of 1.2 square miles and has a population of approximately 1,000 people.
The climate in Ghent is classified as humid continental, with cold winters and warm summers. The average temperature in the winter is around 20 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the summer is around 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
Economy
Ghent’s economy is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to a variety of farms, including dairy, beef, and grain farms. The city also has a number of businesses, including a lumber yard, a blacksmith shop, and a variety of other stores.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Ghent had a population of 1,000 people. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in Ghent was $45,000, and the median income for a family was $50,000. The per capita income for the city was $20,000. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
Ghent is a small city with a rich history and a strong agricultural economy. The city has a diverse population and a variety of businesses. Ghent is a great place to live and work, and it is a great place to visit.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Ghent?
Total Population of Ghent is 457.
What is the Total Male Population of Ghent?
Total Male Population of Ghent is 244.
What is the Total Female Population of Ghent?
Total Female Population of Ghent is 213.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ghent?
There are 114.55 Males per 100 Females in Ghent.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ghent?
There are 87.30 Females per 100 Males in Ghent.
What is the Median Population Age in Ghent?
Median Population Age in Ghent is 36.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ghent
Average Family Size in Ghent is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ghent
Average Household Size in Ghent is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ghent?
Per Capita income in Ghent is $36,648.
What is the Median Family Income in Ghent?
Median Family Income in Ghent is $84,167.
What is the Median Household income in Ghent?
Median Household Income in Ghent is $69,375.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ghent?
Income or Wage Gap in Ghent is 38.6%.
Women in Ghent earn 61.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ghent?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ghent is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ghent?
There are 249 People in the Labor Forcein in Ghent.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ghent?
71.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Ghent.