ZIP Code 50010 — Ames, IA

Story | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 50010 in Ames, IA has a population of 33,799 with a median household income of $65,398 and a median home value of $253,500 . The cost of living index is 86.8 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
33,799
Median Age
28.80
Male
16,971
Female
16,828

Race & Ethnicity

White
81.3%
Black
3.6%
Hispanic
5.6%
Asian
7.2%
Native American
0.5%
Pacific Islander
0.2%
Two or More
5.5%
Other
1.7%

Income

Median Household
$65,398
Mean Household
$87,894
Per Capita
$38,398
Below Poverty
17.1%

Housing

Median Home Value
$253,500
Median Rent
$973
Total Units
14,980
Occupied
14,233
Owner Occupied
53.3%
Renter Occupied
46.8%
Median Year Built
1979
Vacant
747

Education

High School or Higher 97.8%
Bachelor's or Higher 62.7%
Graduate Degree 30.5%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
19,644
Unemployment
3.7%
Drive Alone
67.2%
Public Transit
6.1%
Work from Home
11.8%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

86.8
National average = 100. Below average by 13.3%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 50010?

ZIP code 50010 (Ames, IA) has a total population of 33,799 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 50010?

The median household income in ZIP code 50010 is $65,398 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 50010 in?

ZIP code 50010 is primarily located in Ames, Iowa (IA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 50010?

The median home value in ZIP code 50010 is $253,500, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 50010?

The median age in ZIP code 50010 is 28.80 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.