City vs city
Altoona, IA vs Ankeny, IA
| Altoona | Ankeny | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,592 | 70,542 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| Median home value | $257,300 | $311,300 |
| Median rent | $1,203 | $1,279 |
| Household income | $87,123 | $106,603 |
| Unemployment | 6.7% | 2.2% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 25% | 36% |
| 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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