Ghent
Ghent is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $109,692. Population has fallen 20% since 2023, a loss of 73 residents. With a median age of 48.2, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Poverty is rare here, at 0.0% of residents. It ranks in the top 5% of US cities for household income. Households here earn about 84% more than the West Virginia median.
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How many people live in Ghent, West Virginia?
Ghent, West Virginia has about 290 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.
What is the median household income in Ghent, West Virginia?
The typical household in Ghent, West Virginia earns about $109,692 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
How educated are people in Ghent, West Virginia?
About 39.7% of adults age 25 and over in Ghent, West Virginia hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Ghent, West Virginia?
About 0.0% of people in Ghent, West Virginia live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024