Ames, IA
Iowa · Story County · Ames Metro
Ames is a mid-size city in Iowa with a population of 66,112. Residents earn $60,102 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
3.4
/5.0
B
Good
66,112
Population
2,344/sq mi density
$60,102
Median Income
$33,314 per capita
$263,800
Home Value
$269,519 Zillow
$1,040
Median Rent
31.7% income on rent
49°F
Avg Temperature
154
Violent Crime/100K
1,515 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$60,102 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$263,800 home value, $1,040/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
154 violent crimes/100K (59% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Ghost Towns Near Ames, IA
1 ghost towns and abandoned settlements in the region.
| Ghost Town | State |
|---|---|
| Quebec | Iowa |