Cost of Living in Ankeny, IA
Population: 70,542 • 2026 Data
$106,603
Median Household Income
+38% vs national
$1,279
Median Monthly Rent
-5% vs national
$311,300
Median Home Value
-8% vs national
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Ankeny
The median home value in Ankeny, IA is $311,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,279, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,543.
Rent-to-income ratio: 14.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Ankeny, IA is $106,603. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2%, with a labor force of 40,556 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.