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Ankeny
- AOverall Grade
- Suburb of Des Moines, IA
- 147 reviews
- Public SchoolsA
- Crime & SafetyB-
- HousingA-
- NightlifeA-
- Good for FamiliesA
- DiversityB-
- JobsA
- WeatherB-
- Cost of LivingB+
- Health & FitnessB+
- Outdoor ActivitiesB
- CommuteB+
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$197,500
National
$184,700Median Rent
$991
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Ankeny Rankings
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
B-
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Residents
Working in Ankeny
Jobs
A
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$79,536
National
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Ankeny Reviews
147 reviews
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Ankeny is one of those towns that you will run into someone you know when you're out and about, but you will also meet new people every day. From living in Ankeny, I have met some of the nicest people and have had the greatest opportunities. The schools are great, the people are lovely, and you can find endless ways to get involved in sports, music, and events. I highly recommend!
It’s a safe city. You won’t have to worry about much.
People are extremely reserved and proper here.
Expect to keep your outside house looking perfect.
People have what’s called Midwest nice. Google it.
Only 3 pets per household and you have to register your pets otherwise you could be fined.
Keep your cats indoors at all times, roaming animals is frowned upon.
Keep dog poop bags on you at all times, they take animal clean up seriously.
Buying a house is not enough. Once spring hits neighbors are lining up the best home improvement workers and it’s a contest to see who gets the most repairs in. Get to know your neighbors so you have a list of such repair men in demand.
Grow a backyard garden and share with your neighbors, this will gain friends quickly.
Schools are great and overachieving. Very involved with kids and parents!
There’s no animal control so no pound and police pick up strays.
People are extremely reserved and proper here.
Expect to keep your outside house looking perfect.
People have what’s called Midwest nice. Google it.
Only 3 pets per household and you have to register your pets otherwise you could be fined.
Keep your cats indoors at all times, roaming animals is frowned upon.
Keep dog poop bags on you at all times, they take animal clean up seriously.
Buying a house is not enough. Once spring hits neighbors are lining up the best home improvement workers and it’s a contest to see who gets the most repairs in. Get to know your neighbors so you have a list of such repair men in demand.
Grow a backyard garden and share with your neighbors, this will gain friends quickly.
Schools are great and overachieving. Very involved with kids and parents!
There’s no animal control so no pound and police pick up strays.
Ankeny is growing every year! Great schools, lots of shopping and food choices with more to come. You hardly ever need to leave ankeny for anything! Quick commute to Des Moines, Altona. Nice clean town!