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Of the 7,351 people living in Charles in 2020, 53.3 percent (3,921) were women and 46.7 percent (3,430) were men, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the South DSM News.

There were as many males 18 and over as females. In the 65 and over age range, there were 1,128 females and 731 males.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau's American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed.

Sex and age range	Estimated number	Percent of total
Males 18 and over	1,962	26.7
Females 18 and over	1,962	26.7
Males 65 and over	731	9.9
Females 65 and over	1,128	15.3

Source: US Census Bureau