As of December 2024 the median rental rate in Ames is $971 which is $81 (9%) more than the median of $890 for Story County, $93 (9%) less than the median of $1,064 for Iowa and $626 (39%) less than the median of $1,597 for the United States.
| Median | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | 3 Beds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ames | $971 | $763 | $920 | $1,231 |
| Story County | $890 | $644 | $849 | $1,179 |
| Iowa | $1,064 | $834 | $1,033 | $1,326 |
| United States | $1,597 | $1,236 | $1,565 | $1,989 |
