Mount Ayr vs Des Moines
| Mount Ayr | Des Moines | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,838 | 213,164 |
| Median Household Income | $74,167 | $65,932 |
| Median Home Value | $152,000 | $194,700 |
| Median Gross Rent | $707/mo | $1,090/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 68.4% | 60.5% |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | 5.6% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 24.7% | 29.7% |
| Median Age | 38.8 | 34.6 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.