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Ghent (city) | 1970 | 1980 | 1990 | 2000 | 2010 | 2000-2010 Change | |
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Population | 301 | 356 | 316 | 315 | 370 | +55 | +17.46 |
Land Area (sq. mile) | 0.20 | 0.30 | 0.27 | 0.27 | 0.27 | 0 | 0.00 |
Density (persons per sq. mile) | 1,505.00 | 1,186.67 | 1,170.37 | 1,172.96 | 1,370.37 | +197.41 | +16.83 |
Housing Units | 96 | 134 | 126 | 131 | 164 | +33 | +25.19 |
Households | -- | 128 | 121 | 128 | 155 | +27 | +21.09 |
Persons Per Household | -- | 2.78 | 2.61 | 2.46 | 2.39 | -0.07 | -2.85 |
Ghent is a city in Lyon County, Minnesota. Minnesota Highway 68 and County Roads 5 and 8 are main routes in the community. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.34 square miles (0.88 km˛), all of it land. The elevation is 1,171 ft (357 m) above sea level.
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As of the census of 2010, there were 370 people, 155 households, and 108 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,088.2 inhabitants per square mile (420.2/km2). There were 164 housing units at an average density of 482.4 per square mile (186.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.6% White, 1.4% African American, 0.3% Asian, and 0.8% from two or more races.
There were 155 households of which 34.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.7% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.3% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals and 3.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.85.
The median age in the city was 32 years. 25.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.8% were from 25 to 44; 24.3% were from 45 to 64; and 10.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
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Street scene, Ghent Minnesota, 1909 Courtesy Lyon County Historical Society - click image to enlarge Visit The Ghent Photo Gallery for more recent and historic area photos |
Ghent City Hall 107 N Chapman Street PO Box 97 Ghent MN 56239 Phone: (507) 428-3214 Fax: (507) 428-3544 Office Hours:
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Mayor | 12/31/2022 | Ronald Sussner 210 W McQuestion Street Ghent MN 56239 |
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828-1115 (507) 429-3299 |
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City Clerk | appointed |
Dawn Vlaminck
PO Box 97 Ghent MN 56239 |
(507) 428-3214 | |
Council Member | 12/31/2022 | Adam DeRoode 114 E Burlingame Street Ghent MN 56239 |
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530-0657 (507) 428-3436 |
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Council Member | 12/31/2022 |
Jeffrey Gruhot 208 N Collins Street Ghent MN 56239 |
(507)
428-3488 (507) 829-1626 |
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Council Member | 12/31/2024 | Tim Van Keulen 204 S Chapman Ghent MN 56239 |
(507) 829-5498 | |
Council Member | 12/31/2024 | Ross Williams 207 S Collins Street Ghent MN 56239 |
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428-3404 (507) 828-0233 |
US Post Office 104 W Burlingame Street Ghent, MN 56239-9757 Phone: (507) 428-3405 Toll Free: (800) ASK-USPS Regular Business Hours: Week Days 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Saturday 10:15 am - 12:00 pm |
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Electricity | (507) 872-6196 | |
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Telephone | Frontier Communications | (800) 435-1504 |
Cable TV | Midco | (800) 888-1300 |
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Farmers Co-op
Association 101 E Burlingame Street Ghent, MN 56239 Phone: (507) 428-2450 Web: www.farmerscoopassn.com Our C-Store in Ghent offers a full selection of convenience store products along with high quality Cenex fuels that available 24 hours a day with pay at the pump. Additional offerings at Ghent include: •Dine-in Seating Available •Lottery •Separate Diesel Island with #2 |
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Seasons Organic Farms 1741 330 Street Ghent, MN 56239 Phone: (605) 380-2908 Web: www.fourseasonsorganicfarms.com As a small family, we understand that living healthy in todays world is not the easiest or most convenient choice to make. Not only are the prices of organic goods much higher than the alternative, but the process that goes into the growing and transportation of those goods take a large toll on the earth. At Four Seasons Organic Farms we strive to change that! Our goal is to provide local customers with a viable alternative to their produce purchases. No hassle, no additives, no worries. Give us a try, we guarantee your body will thank you for it. |
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Ghent City Office PO Box 97 Ghent MN 56239 Phone: (507) 428-3214 Fax: (507) 428-3544 Web: www.cityofghent.org |
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Johannsson Sales and Service 2681 180th Avenue Ghent, MN 56239 Phone: (507) 401-1360 Web: www.johanssonsalesandservice.com |
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KB's Bar & Grill 100 E Burlingame Street Ghent, MN 56239 Phone: (507) 428-3217 |
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Laleman's Septic Pumping Service 1879 County Road 8 Ghent, MN 56239 Phone: (507) 428-3555 Web: www.lalemanssepticanddraincleaning.com Need expert sewer and drain cleaning services? Call Laleman's Septic & Drain Cleaning of Ghent, MN today. Our septic and drain cleaning specialists provide quality drain jetting service, septic tank plumbing, and televised sewer inspections. You can rely on the skilled staff of Laleman's Septic & Drain Cleaning for professional services every time. |
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Lyon County Farm Service 113 W Burlingame Street Ghent, MN 56239 Phone: (507) 428-3287 Web: www.lcfsjv.com Agronomy is Our Business, Service is Part of Our Name. These are a few of the many Services offered by Lyon County Farm Service J.V. : -CustomFertilizer Spreading -Custom Spraying Post and Pre-emergence -Custom Anhydrous Application (Fall Season) -Liquid Fertilizer Available -Custom Chemical Impregnated Fertilizer -Airflow Seeding of Alfalfa and Soybeans with Fertilizer -Custom Fertilizer Blends -Full Line of Crop Protection Products -Crop Monitoring and Scouting |
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Mike's Diesel Repair 1932 330th Street Ghent, MN 56239 Phone: (507) 428-3486 Web: www.napaautocare.com/store.aspx?id=600714 Mike's Diesel Repair is part of the NAPA AutoCare network of trusted, locally owned repair facilities. ASE certified technicians, nationwide warranty. |
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Roberts Machine Tool 208 Burlingame Street Ghent, MN 56239 Phone: (507) 428-3836 |
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Rogge Excavating 3065 170th Avenue Ghent, MN 56239 Phone: (507) 872-5922 Web: www.roggeexcavatinginc.com Headed by Lawrence Rogge, the company president, Rogge Excavating offers commercial and residential excavation services to Ghent, MN. Established in 1995, we make sure to provide quality results to ensure your satisfaction. |
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Swede Steel Works
1673 County Road 8 Ghent, MN 56239 Phone: (507) 829-7754 Web: www.swedesteelworks.com Designer and Welder, Chris Swedzinski, began welding while growing up on his family's farm. After designing and welding gifts for friends and family throughout high school and college, Chris began selling some of his work. His specialties include various tree designs, crosses, candle holders sculpture and yard decor. He also finds unique ways to repurpose materials to make stand-out pieces for your home. Please visit the photo gallery for samples of his work. Chris is available to do custom work for YOUR unique spaces! Chris's unique work is the perfect fit for your cabin, condo, church or where ever you call home. |
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US Post Office 104 W Burlingame Street Ghent, MN 56239-9757 Phone: (507) 428-3405 Toll Free: (800) ASK-USPS Web: www.usps.com |
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