Consumer & Trade Area
With an estimated population growth of 7.5% during 2008-2013, Ankeny is an exceptionally stable market, with low unemployment and affluent educated consumers. With a large number of parks and hiking trails, Ankeny values family and embraces the outdoors. Ankeny has been recognized as one of the most family-friendly environments in the U.S., with 27,500 households with incomes over $75,000 and 16,100 household incomes over $100,000, but currently underserved by specialty retail, food and beverage.
Retail Component
Along with established single-family neighborhoods, a lakeside park and hiking trails, The District at Prairie Trail features integrated uses designed and planned by some of the best experts in their respective fields. Along with the wider trade area, these create a self-sustaining system of home, business and municipal activity.