Ghent, NY

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477
TOTAL POPULATION
262
MALE POPULATION
215
FEMALE POPULATION
121.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
82.06
FEMALES / 100 MALES
51.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$49,132
PER CAPITA INCOME
$128,242
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$128,984
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.22
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
263
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Ghent Zip Codes

Ghent Area Codes

Race in Ghent

The most populous races in Ghent are White / Caucasian (276 | 57.9%), Hispanic or Latino (104 | 21.8%), and Some other Race (104 | 21.8%).
Race in Ghent
Race# Population% Population
Asian10.2%
Black / African American173.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino10421.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian27657.9%
Two or more Races7916.6%
Some other Race10421.8%
Total477100.0%

Ancestry in Ghent

The most populous ancestries reported in Ghent are Italian (145 | 30.4%), Dominican (69 | 14.5%), English (60 | 12.6%), Dutch (49 | 10.3%), and Scotch-Irish (38 | 8.0%), together accounting for 75.7% of all Ghent residents.
Ancestry in Ghent
Ancestry# Population% Population
Dominican6914.5%
Dutch4910.3%
English6012.6%
European285.9%
Finnish142.9%
German326.7%
Indian (Asian)10.2%
Irish234.8%
Italian14530.4%
Puerto Rican357.3%
Scotch-Irish388.0%
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Immigrants in Ghent

Immigrants in Ghent
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Ghent

Sex and Age in Ghent

The most populous age groups in Ghent are 60 to 64 Years (118 | 45.0%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (45 | 20.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Ghent
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years10 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years22 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years12 (4.6%)33 (15.3%)
20 to 24 Years3 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years10 (3.8%)12 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Years10 (3.8%)14 (6.5%)
35 to 39 Years43 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)36 (16.7%)
45 to 49 Years1 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)45 (20.9%)
55 to 59 Years15 (5.7%)15 (7.0%)
60 to 64 Years118 (45.0%)32 (14.9%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)28 (13.0%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years10 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total262 (100.0%)215 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Ghent

Median Family Size in Ghent

Median Family Size in Ghent
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple131 (91.6%)2.37
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother12 (8.4%)6.58
Total Families143 (100.0%)2.72

Median Household Size in Ghent

Median Household Size in Ghent
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple131 (67.5%)2.37
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother12 (6.2%)7.42
Non-family51 (26.3%)1.29
Total Households194 (100.0%)2.40

Household Size by Marriage Status in Ghent

Out of a total of 194 households in Ghent, 143 (73.7%) are family households, while 51 (26.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 81, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 38.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ghent
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-38 (19.6%)
2-Person Households81 (41.7%)13 (6.7%)
3-Person Households36 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households14 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households12 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total143 (73.7%)51 (26.3%)

Female Fertility in Ghent

Fertility by Age in Ghent

Female Fertility by Age in Ghent
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ghent

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ghent
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Ghent

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Ghent
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ghent

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ghent
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Ghent

Income Overview in Ghent

Per Capita Income in Ghent is $49,132, while median incomes of families and households are $128,242 and $128,984 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income477$49,132
Median Family Income143$128,242
Mean Family Income143$124,122
Median Household Income194$128,984
Mean Household Income194$118,518
Income Deficit143$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4770.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)477100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4770.22

Earnings by Sex in Ghent

Earnings by Sex in Ghent
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male177 (67.3%)$61,875
Female86 (32.7%)$0
Total263 (100.0%)$62,375

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ghent

The most common earnings brackets in Ghent are $100,000+ for men (51 | 28.8%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (45 | 52.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ghent
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4993 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)15 (17.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99949 (27.7%)14 (16.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)12 (14.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99910 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99919 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99910 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99935 (19.8%)45 (52.3%)
$100,000+51 (28.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total177 (100.0%)86 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ghent

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ghent
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Ghent

Family Income Brackets in Ghent

According to the Ghent family income data, there are 49 families falling into the $150,000 to $199,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Ghent
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,999149.8%
$75,000 to $99,9993625.2%
$100,000 to $149,9994430.8%
$150,000 to $199,9994934.3%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ghent

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ghent
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families81 (56.6%)$0
3-Person Families36 (25.2%)$0
4-Person Families14 (9.8%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families12 (8.4%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total143 (100.0%)$128,242

Family Income by Number of Earners in Ghent

Family Income by Number of Earners in Ghent
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners0 (0.0%)$0
1 Earner68 (47.5%)$0
2 Earners63 (44.1%)$0
3+ Earners12 (8.4%)$0
Total143 (100.0%)$128,242

Household Income in Ghent

Household Income Brackets in Ghent

With 61 households falling in the category, the $150,000 to $199,999 income range is the most frequent in Ghent, accounting for 31.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Ghent
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,9992814.4%
$50,000 to $74,999147.2%
$75,000 to $99,9993618.6%
$100,000 to $149,9995528.4%
$150,000 to $199,9996131.4%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Ghent

The median household income in Ghent is $128,984, with the highest median household income of $172,602 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 94 households (48.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Ghent
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years62 (32.0%)$81,181
45 to 64 Years94 (48.4%)$172,602
65+ Years38 (19.6%)$0
Total194 (100.0%)$128,984

Poverty in Ghent

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ghent

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ghent
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years2 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years8 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years15 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ghent

According to the poverty statistics in Ghent, males aged under 5 years and females aged 15 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ghent
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years12 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years1 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years20 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years35 (81.4%)36 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years1 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years118 (88.7%)47 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
75 Years and over10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total237 (90.5%)215 (100.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ghent

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ghent
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ghent

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ghent
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ghent

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ghent
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Ghent

Employment by Class of Employer in Ghent

Among the 248 employed individuals in Ghent, private company employees (139 | 56.0%), local government employees (49 | 19.8%), and state government employees (45 | 18.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Ghent
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees13956.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)145.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations10.4%
Local Government Employees4919.8%
State Government Employees4518.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total248100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Ghent

Employment Status by Age in Ghent
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years35 (44.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years15 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years118 (78.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (67.1%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ghent

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ghent
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School35 (49.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma40 (83.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree30 (48.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher155 (91.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total260 (74.1%)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 (74 | 28.1%), Education, Arts & Media (45 | 17.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (38 | 14.4%), Computers & Mathematics (38 | 14.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (29 | 11.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Ghent

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ghent, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Community & Social Service (81.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (51.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Ghent
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 14 (18.9%)60 (81.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library14 (48.3%)15 (51.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)62 (50.8%)60 (49.2%)
Total (Overall)177 (67.3%)86 (32.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Ghent are Personal Care & Service (14 | 5.3%), Security & Protection (2 | 0.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (2 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Ghent

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Ghent
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total (Category)2 (12.5%)14 (87.5%)
Total (Overall)177 (67.3%)86 (32.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ghent are , and Office & Administration (49 | 18.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Ghent

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Ghent
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)177 (67.3%)86 (32.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ghent are , and Construction & Extraction (10 | 3.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Ghent

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Ghent
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)177 (67.3%)86 (32.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ghent are Material Moving (35 | 13.3%), Transportation (18 | 6.8%), and Production (13 | 4.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Ghent

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Ghent
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1 (7.7%)12 (92.3%)
Transportation18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)54 (81.8%)12 (18.2%)
Total (Overall)177 (67.3%)86 (32.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Ghent

Employment Industries in Ghent

The major employment industries in Ghent include Public Administration (94 | 35.7%), Professional & Scientific (48 | 18.2%), Transportation & Warehousing (35 | 13.3%), Educational Services (29 | 11.0%), and Wholesale Trade (18 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Ghent

Employment Industries by Sex in Ghent

The Ghent industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), Educational Services (51.7%), and Public Administration (47.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ghent
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services14 (48.3%)15 (51.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration49 (52.1%)45 (47.9%)
Total177 (67.3%)86 (32.7%)

Education in Ghent

School Enrollment in Ghent

The most common levels of schooling among the 94 students in Ghent are high school (45 | 47.9%), middle school (22 | 23.4%), and graduate / professional (15 | 16.0%).
School Enrollment in Ghent
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten1010.6%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School2223.4%
High School4547.9%
College / Undergraduate22.1%
Graduate / Professional1516.0%
Total94100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ghent

Out of a total of 94 students who are enrolled in schools in Ghent, 14 (14.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 80 (85.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 10 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ghent
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds33 (73.3%)12 (26.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total80 (85.1%)14 (14.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ghent

Business (55 | 30.0%), social sciences (49 | 26.8%), engineering (38 | 20.8%), visual & performing arts (15 | 8.2%), and literature & languages (13 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 183 individuals in Ghent who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ghent
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences4926.8%
Engineering3820.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business5530.0%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages137.1%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts158.2%
Communications137.1%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total183100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Ghent

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ghent

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ghent are males with 2 vehicles (110, accounting for 63.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (59, making up 154.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ghent
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle35 (20.2%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles110 (63.6%)59 (83.1%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles28 (16.2%)12 (16.9%)
Total173 (100.0%)71 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Ghent

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ghent are less than 5 minutes (67 commuters, 36.2%), 40 to 44 minutes (45 commuters, 24.3%), and 60 to 89 minutes (35 commuters, 18.9%).
Commute Time in Ghent
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6736.2%
5 to 9 Minutes147.6%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes105.4%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes4524.3%
45 to 59 Minutes10.5%
60 to 89 Minutes3518.9%
90 or more Minutes137.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Ghent

The most common commute times in Ghent are less than 5 minutes (67 commuters, 53.2%) for males and 40 to 44 minutes (45 commuters, 76.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Ghent
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes67 (53.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)14 (23.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes10 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)45 (76.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes1 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes35 (27.8%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes13 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ghent

The most frequent times of departure to work in Ghent are 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM (49, 38.9%) for males and 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (45, 76.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ghent
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM35 (27.8%)45 (76.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM10 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM14 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM18 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)14 (23.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM49 (38.9%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total126 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Ghent

Occupancy by Ownership in Ghent

Of the total 194 dwellings in Ghent, owner-occupied units account for 130 (67.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 64 (33.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Ghent
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units13067.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units6433.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units194100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Ghent

Occupancy by Household Size in Ghent
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3819.6%
2-Person Household9448.4%
3-Person Household3618.6%
4+ Person Household2613.4%
Total Housing Units194100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ghent

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ghent
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household10 (26.3%)28 (73.7%)
2-Person Household94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
4+ Person Household26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units130 (67.0%)64 (33.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ghent

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ghent
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
High School Diploma14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree54 (65.8%)28 (34.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ghent

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ghent
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2613.4%
35 to 44 Years3618.6%
45 to 54 Years00.0%
55 to 64 Years9448.4%
65 to 74 Years2814.4%
75 to 84 Years105.1%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total194100.0%

Housing Finances in Ghent

Median Income by Occupancy in Ghent

Median Income by Occupancy in Ghent
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied130 (67.0%)$149,000
Renter-Occupied64 (33.0%)$0
Average194 (100.0%)$128,984

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ghent

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ghent
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)28 (43.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99914 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)36 (56.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99955 (42.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more61 (46.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ghent

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ghent
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49959 (45.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79932 (24.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49913 (10.0%)64 (100.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99914 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99912 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Ghent

Housing Structures in Ghent

Housing Structures in Ghent
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached13067.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments6433.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total194100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ghent

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ghent
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (67.0%)64 (33.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ghent

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ghent
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms10 (7.7%)28 (43.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms107 (82.3%)36 (56.2%)
8 or more Rooms13 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ghent

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ghent
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas12 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity14 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene104 (80.0%)64 (100.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Ghent

Household Vehicle Usage in Ghent
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle10 (7.7%)64 (100.0%)
2 Vehicles108 (83.1%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles12 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Ghent

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ghent

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units10426
Median Property Value$265,000$0
Median Household Income$149,250$12
Monthly Housing Costs$486$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ghent

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ghent
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99959 (56.7%)26 (100.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99945 (43.3%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ghent

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ghent
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)14 (53.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99955 (52.9%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more49 (47.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ghent

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ghent
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x59 (56.7%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x32 (30.8%)12 (46.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x13 (12.5%)14 (53.8%)
4.0x or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ghent

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ghent
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49949 (47.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49955 (52.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Ghent

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ghent

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ghent
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years180 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total477 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ghent

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ghent
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ghent

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ghent
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99928 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99942 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over291 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ghent

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ghent
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 618 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years44 (65.7%)23 (34.3%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years24 (52.2%)22 (47.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)79 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years1 (2.2%)45 (97.8%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)180 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years28 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
75 Years and over10 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total125 (26.2%)390 (81.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ghent

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ghent
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ghent

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Ghent: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Ghent: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Ghent: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Ghent: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Ghent: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Ghent

Computing Device Access in Ghent

Computing Device Access in Ghent
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop13067.0%
Smartphone194100.0%
Tablet194100.0%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total194100.0%

Internet Access in Ghent

Internet Access in Ghent
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home194100.0%
Cellular Data Only00.0%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet00.0%
Total194100.0%

Ghent Summary

Ghent is a town located in Columbia County, New York, United States. It is part of the Hudson Valley region and is situated on the east bank of the Hudson River. The town was established in 1762 and has a population of approximately 4,000 people.

Geography

Ghent is located in the Hudson Valley region of New York, approximately two hours north of New York City. The town is situated on the east bank of the Hudson River and is bordered by the towns of Chatham, Kinderhook, and Stockport. The town is home to several small villages, including Ghent, Chatham, and Valatie. The town covers an area of approximately 33 square miles and is home to several small lakes, including Lake Taghkanic and Lake Myosotis.
The terrain of Ghent is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the town. The town is home to several small streams, including the Kinderhook Creek and the Valatie Kill. The town is also home to several small parks, including the Ghent Town Park and the Valatie Town Park.

Economy

Ghent is home to several small businesses, including a number of farms, restaurants, and retail stores. The town is also home to several small manufacturing companies, including a paper mill and a furniture factory. The town is also home to several small wineries, including the Ghent Winery and the Valatie Winery.
The town is also home to several small educational institutions, including the Columbia-Greene Community College and the Ghent Elementary School. The town is also home to several small churches, including the Ghent United Methodist Church and the Valatie Reformed Church.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Ghent was 4,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Ghent was $50,000, and the median income for a family was $60,000. The per capita income for the town was $25,000. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Ghent is a small town located in Columbia County, New York. It is part of the Hudson Valley region and is situated on the east bank of the Hudson River. The town was established in 1762 and has a population of approximately 4,000 people. The town is home to several small businesses, including farms, restaurants, and retail stores. The town is also home to several small educational institutions, churches, and wineries. The population of Ghent is mostly White, with a small percentage of African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. The median income for a household in Ghent is $50,000, and the median income for a family is $60,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Ghent?
Total Population of Ghent is 477.
What is the Total Male Population of Ghent?
Total Male Population of Ghent is 262.
What is the Total Female Population of Ghent?
Total Female Population of Ghent is 215.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ghent?
There are 121.86 Males per 100 Females in Ghent.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ghent?
There are 82.06 Females per 100 Males in Ghent.
What is the Median Population Age in Ghent?
Median Population Age in Ghent is 51.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ghent
Average Family Size in Ghent is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ghent
Average Household Size in Ghent is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ghent?
Per Capita income in Ghent is $49,132.
What is the Median Family Income in Ghent?
Median Family Income in Ghent is $128,242.
What is the Median Household income in Ghent?
Median Household Income in Ghent is $128,984.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ghent?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ghent is 0.22.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ghent?
There are 263 People in the Labor Forcein in Ghent.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ghent?
67.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Ghent.