Ankeny Population 2026
Ankeny has a population of 56,764, making it the #742 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 155× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,764
Rank in United States
#742
Coordinates
41.73°N, 93.61°W
~302 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,437 km
892 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Iowa City | 74,220 | #508 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
Cities near Ankeny
- Johnston20,871 people · ~10 km away
- Des Moines214,133 people · ~14 km away
- Urbandale44,062 people · ~14 km away
- West Des Moines64,113 people · ~19 km away
- Waukee18,990 people · ~27 km away
- Ames65,060 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ankeny?
Ankeny has a population of 56,764 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #742 biggest city in United States.
What state is Ankeny in?
Ankeny is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Ankeny the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,437 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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