Ames is a city located in Story County, in the state of Iowa (IA), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 21.6 square miles (56.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of N/A. With a population of approximately 50,731 residents, Ames offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 52.22% males and 47.78% females, and it has a population density of 348.66 people per square mile (906.82/km²). Ames lies at a latitude of 42.03 and a longitude of -93.63, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (10.2%), German (33.4%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 50010.