50014 — Ames, IA Home Values
Typical home value $317,773 as of June 2026 · 5th of 19 in Ames, IA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 50014, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 50014 compares in the Ames, IA area
ZIP code 50014 (Ames, IA) has a typical home value of $317,773 as of June 2026, ranking 5th of 19 ZIP codes tracked in the Ames, IA area, more expensive than about 79% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +20.5%, from $263,631 in June 2021 to $317,773 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 24.1× the annual rent ($1,100/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Ames, IA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Ames.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 50014 has a population of 31,429, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 77.5% White, 11.1% Asian, 5.2% two or more races, 3.2% Black or African American, 2.8% Hispanic or Latino, 0.2% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sawyer Elementary School | 4316 Ontario St, Ames, IA | 1.2 mi |
| Edwards Elementary School | 820 Miller Ave, Ames, IA | 2.2 mi |
| Ames Middle School | 3915 Mortensen Road, Ames, IA | 2.6 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 50014?
$317,773 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 50014 an expensive ZIP code in the Ames, IA area?
50014 ranks 5th of 19 ZIP codes in the Ames, IA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 79% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 50014 changed over the past year?
+2.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 50014?
The typical home price is 24.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,100/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 50014?
31,429, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 50014?
Sawyer Elementary School (1.2 mi), Edwards Elementary School (2.2 mi), Ames Middle School (2.6 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 50014?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Ames, IA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.