Ames city, Iowa
Official LSAD Designation: Ames city • Census GEOID: 1901855
• Story County
Ames city is an incorporated city in Story County, Iowa. According to official records from the Census (2025), Ames city had an estimated population of 68,220 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Ames city (GEOID 1901855).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Ames
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 811, AMES IA 50010-0811
County Of Story
County
Official Title:
Director Of Human Resources
Address:
900 6TH ST, NEVADA IA 50201-2052
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68,220 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $60,991 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $277,400 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 28.85 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).