Ames Metro
Ames has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $40,521. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 24%. Median home value has risen by half since 1990, reaching $102,328. At a median age of 29.5, residents skew younger than the country as a whole.
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How many people live in Ames, IA?
Ames, IA has about 106,205 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Ames, IA?
The typical household in Ames, IA earns about $40,521 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Ames, IA expensive?
In Ames, IA, the median home is worth about $102,328, and the typical rent is about $542 a month.
How educated are people in Ames, IA?
About 38.2% of adults age 25 and over in Ames, IA hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Ames, IA?
About 12.5% of people in Ames, IA live below the federal poverty line.
Has Ames, IA grown since 1990?
Yes, Ames, IA has grown since 1990. The population has added about 6,767 residents, a change of about 7 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · METRO ROLLUP OF COMPONENT COUNTIES · UPDATED 2024