City vs city
Ames, IA vs West Des Moines, IA
| Ames | West Des Moines | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 66,112 | 69,893 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.2% | 1.7% |
| Median home value | $263,800 | $286,300 |
| Median rent | $1,040 | $1,194 |
| Household income | $60,102 | $84,925 |
| Unemployment | 6.4% | 2.5% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 33% | 36% |
| State crime /100k | 1,443 | 1,443 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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