Ankeny

IA

Polk County, Iowa

Population 503K |Median income $83,576 |5 hospitals

Population
503,175
Polk County
Median Income
$83,576
+23% vs avg
Median Home Value
$262,100
+15% vs avg
Median Age
36.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
503K+15%
Median Income
$83,576+42%
Median Home Value
$262,100+70%
Poverty Rate
10.3%-13%
Unemployment
4.3%-31%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,149/mo
Poverty Rate
10.3% -27% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 40.3%
Work From Home 15.7%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 75.8%
African American 7.4%
Asian 5%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
37%
Short Sleep Duration
35%
High Blood Pressure
31.2%
Physical Inactivity
23.7%
Binge Drinking
20.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.2%
Current Smoking
13.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.5%
Diabetes
10.1%
Current Asthma
9.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.3%
Dental Visit 63.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.5%
Stroke
2.8%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2.8/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
4
VA CENTRAL IOWA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
DES MOINES · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★☆
UNITYPOINT HEALTH - DES MOINES IOWA METHODIST MEDI
DES MOINES · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MERCYONE DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER
DES MOINES · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
BROADLAWNS MEDICAL CENTER
DES MOINES · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Ankeny Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle Threatens Eastern Top End with Category 3 Winds

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Carpentaria District Due to Abnormally High Tides

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Ankeny, IA? ▼
Ankeny, IA has a population of 503,175 people, located in Polk County, Iowa.
What is the median household income in Ankeny? ▼
The median household income in Ankeny, IA is $83,576 per year. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
What is the median home value in Ankeny? ▼
The median home value in Ankeny, IA is $262,100. Median rent is $1,149/month.
What are the top health concerns in Ankeny? ▼
The top health indicators in Ankeny include Obesity (37%), Short Sleep Duration (35%), High Blood Pressure (31.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Ankeny? ▼
Ankeny has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Ankeny? ▼
The median age in Ankeny, IA is 36.2 years. 40.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ankeny, IA is located in Polk County, Iowa. With a population of 503K and a median household income of $83,576, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Ankeny area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Polk County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.