AMES STATISTICS
In 2022, Ames was ranked one of the “Top 100 Best Places to Live” by Livability, No. 1 “Best States to Retire in 2021” by MoneyRates, No. 21 “Most Livable College Towns” by SmartAsset, and No. 5 “Best Iowa High Schools” by US News & World Report. These awards highlight the wonderful aspects of Ames that residents have enjoyed for years – friendly people, beautiful parks, great shopping, progressive schools, cultural and entertainment venues, quality healthcare, and recreational opportunities in every season. In addition to winning numerous awards for being a progressive, innovative, and exciting community, Ames has been recognized locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally for our schools, creativity, commitment to the environment, and numerous amenities. Ames and Iowa State together offer an unsurpassed quality of life. Ames is a city offering top-quality education from kindergarten to advanced degrees, and Ames High School routinely boasts high numbers of National Merit Scholar Finalists. Small class sizes and experienced teachers with advanced degrees make the schools districts serving Ames the example for others. As the medical hub for multiple counties, health care in Ames is accessible and advanced with medical professionals offering state-of-the-art medical intervention close to home.
Additional Recognitions
Best Iowa High Schools #5, US News & World Report, 2021
5 College Towns to Live in After Graduation #3, Livability, 2023 Best Small Cities for Small Businesses #3, VerizonSpecials.com, 2023 One of the Top 100 Best Places to Live Livability, 2022 Most Educated Cities in the Country #32, 24/7 Wall Street, 2022
Most Livable College Towns #21, SmartAsset, 2021
Top Cities for Shorter, Better-Paid Hours #22, RewardExpert, 2021 Top 10 Cities for Working Parents #2, SmartAsset, 2020 Best U.S. Cities to Live in After the Pandemic #6, Business Insider, 2020
Top 100 Places to Live #15, Livability, 2020
River Town of the Year Iowa Rivers Revival, 2021
Best Housing Markets for Growth & Stability #42, SmartAsset, 2020
10 Best States to Retire in 2021 #1, MoneyRates, 2021
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