Rental GuideAmes, IA

Ames rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,200

Year Over Year Change

$29

Rentals available, last 30 days

240

Rent ranges for Ames apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

20%

$751 - $1,500

62%

$0 - $750

20%

62%

How has rent in Ames, IA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Ames, IA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,200, which is a 2.28% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Ames, IA is about $920. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Ames, IA is $1,185, and studios are about $750 per month.

See more Ames, IA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Ames, IA?

schools

4,678

students

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Who lives in Ames, IA?

Gender

54% Male

46% Female

Age Range

0-19

23%

20-34

44%

35-44

45-64

13%

65+

10%

Language

English

84%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

27%

Bachelor's

39%

Master's

17%

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Ames, IA?

Families

31% Families

69% Single

Property

59% Renters

41% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

26%

25-50k

22%

50-75k

17%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

13%

150k+

How do residents get around Ames, IA?

Ames locals spend about 16 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. Residents or visitors looking to take public transit can hop on a bus run by CyRide to navigate Ames and nearby areas. The best way to fly in or out of Ames is through Kansas City International Airport, 197.09 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

7/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Driving

8/10

This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

6/10

Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Scores for Ames are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Ames, IA?

The overall cost of living in Ames, IA is 6% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Ames you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $3.40 per carton, and milk $4.54. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $162 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	1% lower
Groceries	4% lower
Utilities	2% higher
Transportation	2% lower
Health	4% higher

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Goods & Services