Ames is the best college town in America!  That is according to 24/7 WallStreet.com.  This publication takes into account median age of residents, unemployment rates and other amenities.  The school was chosen from a list of more than 500 schools.  Bloomington, Indiana was chosen second and College Station, Texas was third.  Iowa City ranked 7th on the list.  The complete list can be found here:  https://247wallst.com/special-report/2018/09/13/25-best-college-towns-in-america-2/