Explore Ankeny, Iowa

Ankeny, Iowa is located just north of Des Moines and is considered Iowa's wealthiest city. The affluent suburb has a population of more than 40,000 residents and is a quick, 10 to 15-minute drive from downtown Des Moines. It's been nationally acclaimed with many awards and was recognized as one of the Top 10 Towns for Families by Family Circle Magazine. It's also earned recognition as one of Money Magazine's Top 100 Places to Live.

The city draws several recent Iowa State University graduates as well as young families due to its many well-known employers and proximity to Iowa's capitol city. Deere and Company, Tone's Spices, Casey's General Store, and Mrs. Clark's Foods are all headquartered here.

Ankeny residents will find plenty of entertainment and shopping opportunities within the suburb, as it's filled with many popular stores. The busy Delaware Avenue is home to several well-known retail locations including Home Depot, Kohl's and Super Target. There are also several car dealerships that sit along the same street.

The city's many schools are ranked among the best in the state. Ankeny boasts seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one large high school. There are also plans to build an additional elementary and high school to meet the needs of the fast-growing population. A branch of Des Moines Area Community College also makes its home here.

For those looking to move to Ankeny, there are several housing options whether you wish to rent or buy. New homes and subdivisions are constantly being built, giving prospective home buyers a wide range of options. As of January 2010, the city's average home value was $213,306.

Ankeny apartments and condos are quite popular as well, especially for recent graduates or those students attending DMACC. Many of these communities are located just off of I-35 and near the college campus.

To learn more about this vibrant Iowa city, visit the City of Ankeny.