Kiryas Joel, NY — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Orange County · New York
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Kiryas Joel based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
36,572
2023 ACS
Median Income
$43,171
2023
Median Home Value
$685,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,575
2023
Median Age
15.1
Unemployment
2.3%
Cost of Living Index
134.2
100 = national avg
Kiryas Joel is a city in Orange County, New York, with a population of 36,572 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Kiryas Joel is one of the communities in New York.
The median household income in Kiryas Joel is $43,171, and the median home value is $685,800. The cost of living index is 134.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,575 per month. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, and the median age is 15.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
36,572
Male
18,558
50.7%
Female
18,014
49.3%
Median Age
15.1
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
1.8%
High School or Higher
13.4%
Foreign Born
5.5%
Veterans
0.2%
Married
36.1%
Avg Household Size
5.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.060
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
96.9%
Foreign Born
5.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
1.8%
644 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
98.2%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
29,555
English Only
7.3%
#1 Non-English Language
German
26,207 speakers
Limited English
63.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
36.1%
Limited English Proficiency
63.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
66
0.2% of population
Disability Rate
0.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
52
78.8%
Female Veterans
14
21.2%
Disability Status
Without Disability
66
Disability Rate
0.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
25,383
#1 Ancestry
Hungarian
48.8% (17,833)
#2 Ancestry
American
11.3% (4,122)
#3 Ancestry
Polish
2.2% (796)
Top 16 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
6,869
Family Households
6,598
96.1%
Married Couples
6,492
94.5%
Non-Family Households
271
3.9%
Single Mother Households
98
1.4%
Single Father Households
8
0.1%
Living Alone
212
3.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
20,443
In Married Couple
20,264
99.1%
With Single Mother
172
0.8%
With Single Father
7
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$44,282
Married Couple Income
$45,009
Single Mother Income
$40,076
Avg Family Size
5.3
Avg Non-Family Size
4.6
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
87
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$43,171
-41% vs national
Per Capita Income
$12,973
-65% vs national
Poverty Rate
40.2%
+196% vs national
Gini Index
0.4874
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
2.3%
-55% vs national
SNAP Recipients
37.3%
of households
How Kiryas Joel Compares
Kiryas Joel vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Kiryas Joel is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Kiryas Joel, NY has a median household income of $43,171, making it the 24,175th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kiryas Joel has a higher median household income than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Kiryas Joel, NY has a per capita income of $12,973, making it the 27,792nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kiryas Joel has a higher per capita income than 1% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Kiryas Joel, NY has a poverty rate of 40.2%, making it the 1,400th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Kiryas Joel has a higher poverty rate than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Kiryas Joel, NY has a unemployment rate of 2.3%, making it the 19,717th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Kiryas Joel has a higher unemployment rate than 36% of all the cities we measured.
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Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Kiryas Joel. The median household income here is $43,171.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
2.3%
-53% vs NY avg
Labor Force
8,728
Employed
8,525
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
1.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
13.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
15.1
Work from Home
13.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$98.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
134.2
100 = national avg
+34.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,046
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$139,563
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,549
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,979
per month
The median household income in Kiryas Joel, NY is $43,171, which is 41.0% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $12,973. The poverty rate of 40.2% is higher than the NY state average of 10.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4874, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 8,728. 1.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 40.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 134.2, which is 34.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 233.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,046 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — December 2025
Median Sale Price
$310,000
Median List Price
$599,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$248
Days on Market
109
Active Inventory
5
Months of Supply
5.0
Balanced market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
94.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
New Listings
1
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$248
Median List $/SF
$332
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Kiryas Joel, NY? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY metro area, home prices have risen 411.2% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 54.3%. The 10-year growth rate is 105.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 59.5%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 12.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY housing market rather than Kiryas Joel alone.
Metro area: Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY
Kiryas Joel vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Kiryas Joel is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Kiryas Joel, NY has a median home value of $685,800, making it the 1,545th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Kiryas Joel has a higher median home value than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Kiryas Joel, NY has a median rent of $1,575, making it the 3,683rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Kiryas Joel has a higher median rent than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Kiryas Joel, NY has a price per square foot of $248, making it the 5,339th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Kiryas Joel has a higher price per square foot than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Kiryas Joel, NY has a rent burden of 43.8%, making it the 166th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Kiryas Joel has a higher rent burden than 99% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$685,800
Median Rent
$1,575
Total Housing Units
7,383
Vacancy Rate
7.0%
Owner Occupied
35.0%
Renter Occupied
65.0%
Median Property Tax
$3,924
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,564
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,924
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
of home value
Median Home Value
$685,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,904
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,924) by the median home value ($685,800). In Kiryas Joel, NY, this works out to an effective rate of 0.57%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Kiryas Joel, NY is $310,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 109 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $248. The median rent is $1,575 per month (Census ACS). About 35.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2005. There are 7,383 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,924. The effective tax rate is 0.57%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Kiryas Joel. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
90.6
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
90.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
26.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
63.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
36
Public Assistance
$111.1M
Individual Assistance
$12.3M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
10 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennings Creek Fire → | Fire | Nov 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 2023 | $16.0M | — |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $13.7M | $1.5M |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Henri → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $34.3M | $390K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $3.9M | $1.7M |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Severe Storm | Sep 2011 | $8.2M | $109K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $25.5M | $8.4M |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2010 | $1.4M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Dec 2008 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2007 | $2.7M | $247K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 2006 | $27K | $4K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2005 | $2.7M | $49K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2004 | $436K | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Severe Storm | Oct 2004 | — | $2K |
Showing 20 of 38 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,028
Total Claims Paid
$26,776,050
Avg Claim Payout
$13,203
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
34
Federal Funding
$8,244,239
Properties Protected
22
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.61
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 11 | $721,224 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 7 | $1,494,849 |
| 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges) | 3 | $14,267 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 3 | $72,976 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 2 | $701,123 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Kiryas Joel has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are strong wind, winter weather, landslide. The area has had 36 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (10 declarations). 2,028 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $111,100,724 in public assistance recovery funding. $12,321,443 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 34 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
37.0%
0.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.5%
4.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.7%
3.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.0%
4.4pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
25.6%
Arthritis
18.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
3.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
37.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
29.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.5%
Loneliness
40.6%
Lack of Support
31.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
41.4%
Mobility
14.5%
Cognitive
28.0%
Hearing
5.9%
Vision
10.1%
Self-Care
6.5%
Independent Living
17.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Kiryas Joel has an obesity rate of 37.0%, which is 0.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.5%, 4.0pp above the national average. About 15.0% of adults lack health insurance. 70.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.8 mi
Keller Ach (West Point)
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keller Ach (West Point) | 10.8 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | Yes |
| St Anthony Community Hospital | 11.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | — |
| Good Samaritan Hospital Of Suffern | 13.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Helen Hayes Hospital | 13.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Va Hudson Valley Healthcare System | 13.6 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | — |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
40.0%
-49% vs national
Public Transit
10.1%
+1023% vs national
Work From Home
13.8%
+49% vs national
Carpool
12.9%
Walk
20.2%
How Kiryas Joel's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Kiryas Joel, NY covers travel times and transportation modes. 40.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 13.8% work from home, which is above the NY state average of 11.1%. Public transit is used by 10.1% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 12.9% of workers carpool. 20.2% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
24.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
10.3%
of households
No Internet
74.7%
of households
Total Households
6,869
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
33.8%
of households
Smartphone
19.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
21.1%
of households
Tablet
15.6%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
24.4¢
per kWh
+28% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
18.8¢
per kWh
+21% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
9.2¢
per kWh
-23% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$140
residential
-5% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
43% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in New York averages 24.4¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $140. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Kiryas Joel vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
24.0% of households in Kiryas Joel have broadband internet access. 10.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 74.7% of households have no internet access. 5.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Kiryas Joel is located in Orange County, NY. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Kiryas Joel.
Election Overview
Source: Orange County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
80,253
45.8%
GOP Votes
94,936
54.2%
Total Votes
175,189
Margin
R+8.4%
Shift from 2020
R+8.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 80,253 | 94,936 | 175,189 | 45.8% | 54.2% | R+8.4 |
| 2020 | 84,684 | 84,996 | 172,099 | 49.2% | 49.4% | R+0.2 |
| 2016 | 63,037 | 72,129 | 140,753 | 44.8% | 51.2% | R+6.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Orange County recorded 175,189 total votes. Republicans won the county with 54.2% of the vote compared to 45.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+8.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+8.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Orange County has shifted 1.9 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
1
Total Assets
—
Total Income
$0
Per 10K Residents
0.3
nonprofits
-99.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
2025
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Kiryas Joel, NY has 1 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The most common category is Human Services, with 1 organizations. That works out to 0.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 2025.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
7
Total Approved
$1.8M
Jobs Supported
19
Per 10K Residents
1.9
SBA loans
-97.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
4
Top Lender
Readycap Lending, LLC
3 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
2024–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
7
Total Amount
$1.8M
Avg Loan
$257,143
Median Loan
$250,000
SBA Guaranteed
$1.4M(77%)
Jobs Supported
19
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
7
100% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$1.8M
100% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$257,143
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Creamy Confection Desserts Inc. | 1 | $500K |
| Legadail Inc | 1 | $350K |
| Hatzlucah Meat Market Inc. | 1 | $350K |
| Zei Gezint Inc | 1 | $250K |
| Works by Ymb Inc | 1 | $150K |
| Ysw Events Corp | 1 | $150K |
| Healthway Shop Inc. | 1 | $50K |
Kiryas Joel, NY has received 7 SBA loans totaling $1.8M in approved funding between 2024 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 7 loans (100% of the total), supporting 19 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Kiryas Joel is Readycap Lending, LLC with 3 loans. That works out to 1.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
19
Total Population
165,073
Avg Median Income
-$175,355,634
Avg Home Value
-$104,916,284
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10910 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.2 |
| 10911 | 18 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.9 |
| 10914 | 691 | N/A | $440,500 | N/A | 2.5 |
| 10916 | 4,531 | $115,227 | $468,000 | $1,196 | 23.5 |
| 10917 | 1,575 | $126,522 | $553,000 | N/A | 4.8 |
| 10918 | 11,937 | $147,011 | $424,700 | $1,652 | 32.6 |
| 10922 | 1,072 | $88,516 | $381,500 | $1,403 | 2.1 |
| 10926 | 3,741 | $98,135 | $319,000 | $2,040 | 17.2 |
| 10928 | 5,273 | $96,106 | $307,800 | $1,717 | 8.4 |
| 10930 | 10,342 | $141,893 | $399,700 | $1,890 | 16.0 |
| 10950 | 65,391 | $77,123 | $458,800 | $1,693 | 36.8 |
| 10953 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 10975 | 254 | $102,608 | $208,900 | $2,159 | 5.0 |
| 10980 | 13,793 | $125,333 | $475,200 | $1,748 | 27.6 |
| 10986 | 1,402 | N/A | $594,700 | $1,583 | 9.9 |
| 10992 | 10,412 | $113,450 | $389,300 | $1,438 | 11.3 |
| 12518 | 5,728 | $99,833 | $358,200 | $1,720 | 8.0 |
| 12553 | 27,300 | $94,207 | $351,200 | $1,612 | 24.2 |
| 12577 | 1,613 | $150,321 | $460,100 | $1,422 | 7.7 |
Kiryas Joel, NY has 19 ZIP codes with a combined population of 165,073. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$175,355,634. The average median home value is -$104,916,284. The average median monthly rent is -$175,437,371.
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