City vs city
Ankeny, IA vs Iowa City, IA
| Ankeny | Iowa City | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 70,542 | 75,264 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Median home value | $311,300 | $273,600 |
| Median rent | $1,279 | $1,094 |
| Household income | $106,603 | $57,533 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 36% | 31% |
| 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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