Ghent, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Ghent is a community in Carroll County, Kentucky, home to about 286 people spread across 0.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $32,206 a year, and a typical home is worth about $98,300. About 13.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 11 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Ghent ranks number 430 of 552 in population, number 375 in median household income, number 399 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Ghent typically top out near 89°F in July, while January nights average about 25°F. The area sees roughly 21 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Vevay, IN | 1.1 mi. | 1,757 |
| 2. | Carrollton, KY | 6.6 mi. | 3,915 |
| 3. | Prestonville, KY | 7.8 mi. | 192 |
| 4. | Florence, IN | 8.2 mi. | 58 |
| 5. | Sanders, KY | 8.3 mi. | 435 |
| 6. | Worthville, KY | 8.5 mi. | 176 |
| 7. | Sparta, KY | 8.9 mi. | 272 |
| 8. | Brooksburg, IN | 9.8 mi. | 111 |
What is the population of Ghent, Kentucky?
Ghent has a population of about 286 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Ghent, Kentucky in?
Ghent is located in Carroll County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Ghent, Kentucky?
The median home value in Ghent is about $98,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Ghent, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Ghent is about $32,206 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Ghent, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 7 tornadoes have been recorded in Carroll County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Ghent, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 89 degrees and January lows about 25 degrees, with around 21 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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