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Ames, IA Demographics & ZIP Codes
Ames, Iowa demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Story County) — 4 ZIP codes — population 71,055 — median income $61,537 — avg. home value $277,950. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
71,055
Median household income (avg.)
$61,537
82% of U.S. median
Average home value
$277,950
80% of U.S. median
Average rent
$930
80% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
22.8
Ames demographics
Ames, Iowa covers 4 ZIP codes primarily in Story County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 71,055.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 22.8 years.
Median household income in Ames
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Ames, Iowa is about $61,537 — about 17% below the IA ZIP average ($74,194), and about 18% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 50010 is near the top at about $65,701, while 50014 is near the bottom at about $57,372.
Housing in Ames
For housing in Ames, Iowa, the average median home value is about $277,950 and the average median rent is about $930.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 50010 (about 33,428 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Ames
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50010 | Ames | Story County | IA | 33,428 | $65,701 | $243,200 |
| 50014 | Ames | Story County | IA | 31,429 | $57,372 | $312,700 |
| 50013 | Ames | Story County | IA | 4,248 | — | — |
| 50012 | Ames | Story County | IA | 1,950 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Ames?
Ames, Iowa has a combined ZIP-area population of about 71,055 across 4 ZIP codes (primarily Story County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Ames?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Ames, Iowa is about $61,537, about 17% below the state ZIP average ($74,194), and about 18% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $277,950. Among ZIPs with data, 50010 is near the top ($65,701) and 50014 is near the bottom ($57,372).
How many ZIP codes are in Ames?
Ames, Iowa includes 4 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Ames?
This page lists ZIP codes in Ames, Iowa with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.