Mount Ayr vs West Des Moines
| Mount Ayr | West Des Moines | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,838 | 68,744 |
| Median Household Income | $74,167 | $86,594 |
| Median Home Value | $152,000 | $309,000 |
| Median Gross Rent | $707/mo | $1,237/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 68.4% | 57.4% |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | 2.4% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 24.7% | 54.9% |
| Median Age | 38.8 | 36.0 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.