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Ames, NY

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Ames is a small town in New York with a population of 136. Residents earn $108,125 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
136 Population 1,046/sq mi density
$108,125 Median Income $46,960 per capita
$128,800 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,800 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,125
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $128,800
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.2%
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

How Ames Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population136
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density1,046/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,125
Per Capita$46,960
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$2,632M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units79
Rent Burden31.2%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking18.9%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation708 ft (216 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.2%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute40 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries6

Is Ames a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ames receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Ames stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ames is $108,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Ames among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ames is $128,800, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ames has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ames has a population of 136 with a density of 1,046 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).

Population

136
Total Population
1,046
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ames vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ames vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ames is $108,125, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Ames vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,125
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,960
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,248
County GDP$2,632M

Business (County)

Restaurants104
Healthcare190
Retail172
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.4 min
Drive Alone95.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ames is $128,800, 54% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,800
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Effective Rate4.63%
In Ames, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ames vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep44.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits53.9%
Premature Death9,219/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities190
Ames has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation708 ft (216 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,046/sq mi
Coordinates42.8375°N, 74.6017°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 38.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.2%
13% above US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,046/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities190
Restaurants104
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.4 min
Drive Alone95.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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