Des Moines, IA
Iowa · Polk County · Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro
Des Moines is a large city in Iowa with a population of 212,464. Residents earn $63,966 per year, which is 15% below the national average.
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How Des Moines Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Des Moines a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Des Moines receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Des Moines offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Des Moines is $63,966, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Des Moines is $183,700, 35% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,054 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
With 712 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,091 per 100,000, 109% above the national average.
Education
29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Des Moines experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches, including 23.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Des Moines vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Des Moines vs U.S. Average
Income: Des Moines vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,966 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,459 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,395 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,610 |
| Gini Index | 0.433 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 20,581 |
| County GDP | $63,823M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,227 |
| Healthcare | 1,513 |
| Retail | 1,606 |
| Manufacturing | 341 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,943 |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 87.80 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.2% |
| Work from Home | 11.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $183,700 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $204,843 |
| Median List Price | $219,499 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $219,499 |
| $/Sq Ft | $189 |
| Homes Sold | 181 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.6% |
| Price Drops | 30.7% |
| Inventory | 651 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,054 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,141 |
| Rent Burden | 28.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $733 |
| 1 Bedroom | $810 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,426 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 60.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 39.6% |
| Housing Units | 96,245 |
| Median Year Built | 1960 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,943 |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.78% |
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-06-22)
Health Metrics: Des Moines vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Cancer | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 16.7% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.9% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
| Short Sleep | 36.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.7% |
| Uninsured | 10.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,073 |
| Dentists | 1:1,259 |
| Mental Health | 1:285 |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Dental Visits | 61.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,653/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,513 |
Crime Rates: Des Moines vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 712.1/100K |
| 87% above US avg | |
| Murder | 6.4/100K |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Rape | 53.6/100K |
| Robbery | 129.6/100K |
| Assault | 522.5/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 4,090.5/100K |
| 109% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,045.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,443.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 601.2/100K |
| Arson | 24.3/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Traffic Accidents | 4,301 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.3°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 801 ft (244 m) |
| Area | 90.7 sq mi (235.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,410/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5726°N, 93.6102°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Polk County County |
| Nearest Airport | Des Moines International (DSM) 7 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0449 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 10.2 ppb |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 9.4 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 92.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 91.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
Des Moines has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 25°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (1.0").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Traffic Accidents | 4,301 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.0% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.3% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 9.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,410/sq mi |
| Total Area | 90.7 sq mi |
| County | Polk County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 87.9% |
| Avg Download Speed | 130.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 25.6 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 46 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 73 |
| Public Libraries | 19 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,513 |
| Restaurants | 1,227 |
| Retail Stores | 1,606 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 19.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.2% |
| Work from Home | 11.4% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $220 ($132–$351) |
| Specialist Visit | $307 ($176–$483) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $176 ($88–$307) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,932 ($702–$4,390) |
| Dental Cleaning | $114 ($66–$176) |
| Dental Filling | $220 ($132–$351) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $40 ($22–$66) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $66 ($44–$105) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $263 ($132–$439) |
| Tire Rotation | $35 ($18–$66) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $527 ($351–$878) |
| Battery Replacement | $176 ($88–$307) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $88 ($53–$132) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $79 ($44–$123) |
| HVAC Repair | $351 ($132–$702) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,146 ($3,512–$10,536) |
| Roof Repair | $878 ($351–$1,756) |
| Roof Replacement | $7,902 ($4,829–$13,170) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,317 ($439–$3,073) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,170 ($4,390–$26,340) |
| DUI Defense | $4,390 ($1,756–$8,780) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,317 ($702–$2,634) |
| Will Preparation | $439 ($176–$878) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,195 ($878–$4,390) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $22 ($13–$40) |
| Women's Haircut | $48 ($26–$88) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $132 ($66–$220) |
| Manicure | $22 ($13–$40) |
| Pedicure | $35 ($22–$57) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $70 ($44–$114) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.60 ($2.63–$4.83) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.07 ($2.20–$4.39) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.34 ($2.20–$4.83) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $3.95 ($2.63–$5.71) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.83 ($3.51–$6.59) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.88 ($0.53–$1.58) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $123 ($70–$220) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $61 ($26–$132) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $61 ($35–$105) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $61 ($35–$88) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $57 ($26–$88) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $75 ($44–$132) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $176 ($66–$439) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,756 ($1,054–$3,073) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $61 ($26–$114) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $13 ($7.02–$22) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $88 ($26–$220) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $26 ($13–$66) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,054 ($527–$2,195) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $878 ($439–$1,756) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $351 ($176–$615) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $44 ($22–$88) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $878 ($351–$2,195) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $10,975 ($4,390–$26,340) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $53 ($26–$88) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $88 ($44–$176) |
| Dog Grooming | $53 ($26–$88) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $35 ($18–$66) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $263 ($132–$439) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $176 ($88–$351) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $768 |
| Toddler | $662 |
| Preschool | $662 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $516 |
| Toddler | $507 |
| Preschool | $507 |
Top Industries in Polk County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 39,472 | 2,057 | $61,984 | 0.87 |
| Finance & Insurance | 31,508 | 1,548 | $120,866 | 2.44 |
| Retail Trade | 30,431 | 1,717 | $39,944 | 0.96 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 24,283 | 1,275 | $26,894 | 0.84 |
| Construction | 20,807 | 1,462 | $82,065 | 1.25 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 20,120 | 3,392 | $105,432 | 0.91 |
| Manufacturing | 19,917 | 500 | $74,964 | 0.76 |
| Wholesale Trade | 17,868 | 1,670 | $101,402 | 1.43 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 17,593 | 1,418 | $57,851 | 0.94 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 16,339 | 480 | $57,222 | 1.21 |
| Management of Companies | 10,422 | 555 | $125,518 | 1.94 |
| Other Services | 10,200 | 1,554 | $59,171 | 1.07 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 5,478 | 274 | $28,528 | 1.03 |
| Information & Technology | 4,794 | 610 | $99,898 | 0.80 |
| Real Estate | 4,682 | 954 | $68,924 | 0.95 |
| Educational Services | 4,676 | 360 | $45,319 | 0.71 |
| Utilities | 363 | 61 | $128,808 | 0.30 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 229 | 46 | $43,043 | 0.09 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 49 | 6 | $73,314 | 0.04 |
Colleges & Universities in Des Moines
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake University | Private Non-Profit · Graduate | 5,226 | 64.1% | $49,944 | $49,944 |
| Grand View University | Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's | 2,111 | 98.4% | $33,450 | $33,450 |
| Mercy College of Health Sciences | Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's | 1,314 | 98.8% | $22,360 | $22,360 |
| Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines | Private For-Profit · Associate | 142 | — | — | — |
| UnityPoint Health-Des Moines School of Radiologic Technology | Private Non-Profit · Associate | 19 | — | $4,000 | $4,000 |
Hospitals in Des Moines
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VA CENTRAL IOWA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | Yes | (515) 699-5999 |
| UNITYPOINT HEALTH - DES MOINES IOWA METHODIST MEDI | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes | (515) 343-1000 |
| BROADLAWNS MEDICAL CENTER | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes | (515) 282-2200 |
| MERCYONE DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes | (515) 247-4436 |
Schools in Des Moines
63+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln High School | High | 2,403 | 90 | 26.7:1 |
| East High School | High | 2,040 | 94 | 21.7:1 |
| Roosevelt High School | High | 1,986 | 66 | 30.1:1 |
| North High School | High | 1,458 | 66 | 22.1:1 |
| Hoover High School | High | 991 | 46 | 21.5:1 |
| Weeks Middle School | Middle | 684 | 38 | 18.0:1 |
| Virtual Campus | High | 668 | 38 | 17.6:1 |
| Meredith Middle School | Middle | 664 | 47 | 14.1:1 |
| Harding Middle School | Middle | 655 | 37 | 17.7:1 |
| McCombs Middle School | Middle | 654 | 43 | 15.2:1 |
| Merrill Middle School | Middle | 634 | 36 | 17.6:1 |
| Brubaker Elementary School | Elementary | 622 | 52 | 12.0:1 |
| Brody Middle School | Middle | 603 | 30 | 20.1:1 |
| Hiatt Middle School | Middle | 529 | 33 | 16.0:1 |
| Clive Learning Academy | Elementary | 528 | 41 | 12.9:1 |
| Cornell Elementary School | Elementary | 527 | 38 | 13.9:1 |
| Studebaker Elementary School | Elementary | 523 | 38 | 13.8:1 |
| Goodrell Middle School | Middle | 523 | 32 | 16.3:1 |
| Callanan Middle School | Middle | 507 | 32 | 15.8:1 |
| Capitol View Elementary School | Elementary | 505 | 43 | 11.7:1 |
| River Woods Elementary School | Elementary | 496 | 39 | 12.7:1 |
| Hoyt Middle School | Middle | 486 | 29 | 16.8:1 |
| Garton Elementary | Elementary | 455 | 38 | 12.0:1 |
| Saydel High School | High | 451 | 33 | 13.7:1 |
| Morris Elementary School | Elementary | 444 | 35 | 12.7:1 |
| South Union Elementary School | Elementary | 442 | 37 | 11.9:1 |
| Perkins Elementary School | Elementary | 438 | 28 | 15.6:1 |
| Carver Elementary | Elementary | 423 | 35 | 12.1:1 |
| Monroe Elementary School | Elementary | 423 | 35 | 12.1:1 |
| Moulton Elementary School | Elementary | 420 | 33 | 12.7:1 |
| Samuelson Elementary School | Elementary | 412 | 34 | 12.1:1 |
| Hubbell Elementary | Elementary | 407 | 27 | 15.1:1 |
| Jackson Elementary School | Elementary | 406 | 28 | 14.5:1 |
| Delaware Elementary | Elementary | 398 | 33 | 12.1:1 |
| Mitchell Early Childhood Center | — | 395 | 17 | 23.2:1 |
| Cowles Elementary School | Elementary | 391 | 21 | 18.6:1 |
| Park Ave Elementary School | Elementary | 378 | 28 | 13.5:1 |
| Lovejoy Elementary School | Elementary | 365 | 31 | 11.8:1 |
| Woodside Middle School | Middle | 359 | 35 | 10.3:1 |
| Jefferson Elementary School | Elementary | 338 | 22 | 15.4:1 |
| Hanawalt Elementary | Elementary | 333 | 25 | 13.3:1 |
| Cattell Elementary School | Elementary | 322 | 29 | 11.1:1 |
| Stowe Elementary School | Elementary | 313 | 25 | 12.5:1 |
| Oak Park | Elementary | 313 | 26 | 12.0:1 |
| Hillis Elementary School | Elementary | 305 | 24 | 12.7:1 |
| Findley Elementary School | Elementary | 304 | 25 | 12.2:1 |
| Howe Elementary | Elementary | 297 | 24 | 12.4:1 |
| Windsor Elementary | Elementary | 296 | 24 | 12.3:1 |
| Moore Elementary School | Elementary | 296 | 25 | 11.8:1 |
| Willard Elementary School | Elementary | 286 | 24 | 11.9:1 |
| McKinley Elementary School | Elementary | 285 | 23 | 12.4:1 |
| McKee Elementary School | — | 281 | 12 | 23.4:1 |
| Wright Elementary School | Elementary | 273 | 20 | 13.7:1 |
| Greenwood Elementary School | Elementary | 272 | 17 | 16.0:1 |
| Walnut Street School | Elementary | 269 | 19 | 14.2:1 |
| Edmunds Elementary School | Elementary | 268 | 24 | 11.2:1 |
| King Elementary School | Elementary | 267 | 22 | 12.1:1 |
| Phillips Elementary | Elementary | 258 | 22 | 11.7:1 |
| Woodlawn Early Childhood Center | — | 255 | 11 | 23.2:1 |
| Downtown School | Elementary | 243 | 19 | 12.8:1 |
| Madison Elementary School | Elementary | 243 | 21 | 11.6:1 |
| Pleasant Hill Elementary School | Elementary | 213 | 19 | 11.2:1 |
| Jessie Franklin Taylor | — | 205 | 10 | 20.5:1 |
Radio Stations near Des Moines
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPR Studio One | public radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 95 KGGO | classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 98.3 The Vibe | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 107.3 The Vibe | — | MP3 80 kbps | |
| 92.5 KJJY | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| IPR Studio One (Iowa Public Radio) | apm, indie | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 100.3 The Bus | adult hits | AAC | |
| 1460 KXNO | sports | AAC | |
| Nash FM 97.3 | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Now 1051 | adult contemporary | AAC |
Campgrounds Near Des Moines
11 campgrounds found near Des Moines.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAK GROVE PICNIC AREA | 5.0/5 | 2 | $50 |
| CHERRY GLEN PICNIC | 4.6/5 | 6 | $50 |
| COTTONWOOD RECREATION AREA | 4.6/5 | 9 | $50 |
| PRAIRIE FLOWER RECREATION AREA | 4.6/5 | 252 | $20–$336 |
| ACORN VALLEY | 4.5/5 | 85 | $14–$84 |
| CHERRY GLEN CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 125 | $24–$26 |
| SANDPIPER RECREATION AREA | 4.5/5 | 1 | $110 |
| WALNUT RIDGE RECREATION AREA | 4.5/5 | 3 | $50 |
| BOB SHETLER RECREATION AREA | 4.2/5 | 67 | $22–$26 |
| BOB SHETLER PICNIC AREA | 3.6/5 | 2 | $50 |
| Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville) | — | 1 | $75 |
National Parks Near Des Moines
17 national parks and monuments found near Des Moines.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Banner Lakes At Summerset State Park | State Park | Free |
| Big Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dolliver Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Elk Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Green Valley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Honey Creek Resort | State Park | Free |
| Honey Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Ahquabi State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ledges State Park | State Park | Free |
| Margo Frankel Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Nine Eagles State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pine Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Red Haw State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rock Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Springbrook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Union Grove State Park | State Park | Free |
| Walnut Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Des Moines
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 212,142 | $45,836 |
| 2015 | 215,445 | $46,290 |
| 2017 | 217,057 | $49,999 |
| 2019 | 214,877 | $53,525 |
| 2021 | 212,031 | $58,444 |
| 2023 | 211,088 | $63,966 |
Museums in Des Moines
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FARNHAM GALLERIES | ART MUSEUM | $63,300,379 | ||
| GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5152632800 | $51,783,341 | |
| EDMUNDSON ART FOUNDATION | ART MUSEUM | 5152774405 | $6,378,251 | |
| SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 401 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PARKWAY | 5152746868 | $4,991,711 |
| DES MOINES BOTANICAL CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 5153236290 | $3,790,894 | |
| LIVING HISTORY FARMS FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5152785286 | $3,241,576 | |
| TERRACE HILL SOCIETY FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5152425841 | $1,106,749 | |
| SALISBURY HOUSE FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5152741777 | $761,324 | |
| WALLACE HOUSE MUSEUM AND VICE PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8665008980 | $595,168 | |
| HOYT SHERMAN PLACE FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5152440507 | $361,001 | |
| ITALIAN-AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER OF IOWA | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5152803719 | $170,784 | |
| FORT DES MOINES MUSEUM AND EDUCATION CENTER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5152828060 | $96,449 | |
| DES MOINES METROPOLITAN HISTORICAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $78,504 | ||
| WEST DES MOINES HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2001 FULLER ROAD | 5152776652 | $70,952 |
| ANKENY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 301 SW 3RD ST | 5159655795 | $46,403 |
| BIG CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 112 3RD STREET | 5159653828 | $3,087 |
| ALTOONA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 104 2ND STREET SE | 5159674815 | |
| ANDERSON GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 4122683618 | ||
| BETTER HOMES & GARDENS TEST GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 1716 LOCUST STREET | ||
| CARLISLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 245 PENNSYLVANIA STREET | 5159890403 | |
| CLIVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8641 SWANSON BLVD | ||
| DANDELION DISCOVERY VILLAGE | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 2538584835 | ||
| DES MOINES ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 5152774405 | ||
| DES MOINES ART CENTER DOWNTOWN | ART MUSEUM | 5155576109 | ||
| GRIMES HERITAGE SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5159863076 | ||
| GRIMES IOOF BUILDING | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORIC EAST VILLAGE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5156614978 | ||
| HUBBELL CENTER | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5152433586 | ||
| IOWA COUNTY GENEALOGY SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 628 EAST GRAND AVENUE | 5152760287 | |
| IOWA GOLD STAR MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5152524531 | ||
| IOWA MILITARY AVIATION HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5159644515 | ||
| IOWA MILITARY AVIATION MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| JOHNSTON STATION HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5153310687 | ||
| JON A WHITE MEMORIAL WILDLIFE HABITAT AND MEDITATION GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | |||
| JORDAN HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5152251286 | ||
| LIVING HISTORY FARMS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5152785286 | ||
| NATIONAL BALLOON MUSEUM AND US BALLOONING HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5159613714 | ||
| POLK COUNTY HERITAGE GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5152862242 | ||
| RUNNELLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5152760287 | ||
| SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA AND BLANK IMAX DOME THEATER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 401 WEST MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PARKWAY | ||
| STAR THEATER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 401 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PKWY | ||
| URBANDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5152702917 | ||
| WARREN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1400 W 2ND | 5159618085 |
Libraries in Des Moines
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1000 GRAND AVE | 0.0 | 973,456 | |||
| URBANDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 3520 86TH ST | 0.0 | 314,597 | |||
| WEST DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY | 4000 GEORGE M. MILLS CIVIC PARKWAY | 0.0 | 305,307 | |||
| KIRKENDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1210 NW PRAIRIE RIDGE DR | 0.0 | 268,631 | |||
| JOHNSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 6700 MERLE HAY RD | 0.0 | 150,572 | |||
| ALTOONA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 700 EIGHTH ST SW | 0.0 | 142,525 | |||
| INDIANOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 207 N B ST | 0.0 | 94,509 | |||
| GRIMES PUBLIC LIBRARY | 200 N JAMES ST | 0.0 | 88,910 | |||
| CLIVE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1900 NW 114TH ST | 0.0 | 87,564 | |||
| NORWALK EASTER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1051 NORTH AVE | 0.0 | 72,378 | |||
| PLEASANT HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 5151 MAPLE DR | 0.0 | 63,963 | |||
| CARLISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 135 SCHOOL ST | 0.0 | 43,037 | |||
| BONDURANT COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 104 2ND ST NE | 0.0 | 33,894 | |||
| POLK CITY COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 1500 W BROADWAY | 0.0 | 21,955 | |||
| GRANGER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2216 BROADWAY | 0.0 | 8,572 |
Farmers Markets in Des Moines
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaverdale Farmers Market | 4100 Urbandale Avenue | 06/04/2019 to 09/10/2019 | Tue: 4:00 PM-7:30 PM; | Visit | |
| Bondurant Farmers Market | 101 Grant Street N | Visit | |||
| Capitol Hill Farmers Market | 800 E. 12th Street | ||||
| Carlisle Farmer's Market | 95 Highway 5 | 06/04/2016 to 10/29/2016 | Sat: 8:30 AM-11:30 AM; | Yes | |
| Downtown Farmers' Market - Des Moines | Court Avenue and 3rd Street | 05/07/2016 to 09/24/2016 | Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Drake Neighborhood Farmers Market | 24th St and Cottage Grove | 06/01/2017 to 10/12/2017 | Thu: 4:30 PM-7:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Eastside Farmers Market | 3200 Delaware Avenue | ||||
| Grimes Farmers Market | True Value parking lot | ||||
| Highland Park Farmers Market | 6th Avenue from Euclid to Douglas on west side of street | ||||
| Historic Valley Junction Farmers Market | 5th Street, Valley Junction | Thu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| Indianola Farmers Market | Hwy 92 at Fairground west gate | ||||
| Johnston Farmers Market | Corner of NW 62nd Avenue & Merle Hay Road | 05/24/2016 to 10/04/2016 | Tue: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| LSI Global Greens Farmers' Market | 3200 University Ave | 05/01/2018 to 10/31/2018 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Norwalk Area Farmers Market | Dollar General Store parking Lot | June to September | Fri:4:00 pm - 7:00 pm; | ||
| Polk City Farmers Market | Town Square | 05/29/2014 to 10/16/2014 | Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | ||
| Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market | Corner of SW 3rd & SW Maple Street | 05/17/2014 to 09/27/2014 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Valley Junction Farmers Market | 100 & 200 blocks on 5th Street | 05/05/2016 to 09/29/2016 | Thu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| West Glen Farmers Market | Avenue of the Arts in West Glen Town Center |
Hotels in Des Moines
23 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Des Moines
113 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Des Moines
24 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Des Moines
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Des Moines
9 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Des Moines
21 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Des Moines
4 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Des Moines
13 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Des Moines
6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Des Moines
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Des Moines
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Des Moines
28 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Des Moines
31 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Des Moines
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Des Moines
11 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Des Moines
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Des Moines
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 515 Brewing Company | Brewery, Pub | 7700 University Ave | 5156614615 | Visit |
| Beechwood Lounge | Bar, Brewery | 416 E Walnut St | 5152882337 | Visit |
| Confluence Brewing Company | Breweries, Food & Drink | 1235 Thomas Beck Rd | 5152859005 | Visit |
| Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company | American Restaurant, Pub, Brewery | 309 Court Ave | 5152822739 | Visit |
| Dino Maze | Brewery | 7401 S W Pterodactyl St | ||
| Exile Brewing Co., Exile Brewing Co | American Restaurant, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar, Brewery, Breweries, B | 1514 Walnut St | 5158832337 | Visit |
| Firetrucker Brewery | Brewery | 716 S W 3rd St | 5159641284 | Visit |
| Fox Brewing | Breweries, Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Food & Drink | 103 S 11th St | 15156350323 | Visit |
| Granite City Food & Brewery, Granite City Food Brewery | American Restaurant, Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Food and Beverage, Brewery and American Restaurant, Rest | 12801 University Ave | (515) 224-1300, 5152236621, 5152241300 | Visit |
| Madhouse Brewing Company, Madhouse Brewing Co | Brewery Capitol View South, Brewery | 501 Scott Ave | 5159885535 | Visit |
| Mannings | IA, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Venues, Dive Bar, Taverns, Des Moines, | 2102 Indianola Ave | 5152880030 | |
| New City Market Natural Grcrs | Health & Diet Foods Retail, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Grocery Stores & Supermarkets, Brewer E | 4721 University Ave | ||
| Reclaimed Rails Brewing Company | Brewery | 101 Main St S E | ||
| Thunderhead Sports Bar & Grill | Sports Bar, Pizza Place, and Brewery | 1325 S W Oralabor Rd | (515) 289-1578, 5152891578 | Visit |
| Tr's Sports Bar | Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 7500 University Ave |
Nursing Homes in Des Moines
13 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IOWA JEWISH SENIOR LIFE CENTER 900 POLK BOULEVARD |
Non profit - Corporation | 72 | 48 | 5/5 | — | 5/5 | 3/5 | 5152555433 |
| IOWA LUTHERAN HOSPITAL 700 EAST UNIVERSITY |
Non profit - Corporation | 16 | 12 | 5/5 | — | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5152635134 |
| SCOTTISH RITE PARK INC 2909 WOODLAND AVENUE |
Non profit - Corporation | 51 | 30 | 5/5 | — | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5152744614 |
| RAMSEY VILLAGE 1611 27TH STREET |
Non profit - Corporation | 78 | 75 | 4/5 | — | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5152743612 |
| VALLEY VIEW VILLAGE 2555C GUTHRIE AVENUE |
Non profit - Corporation | 79 | 53 | 4/5 | — | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5152652571 |
| CALVIN COMMUNITY 4210 HICKMAN ROAD |
Non profit - Corporation | 59 | 51 | 3/5 | — | 5/5 | 1/5 | 5152776141 |
| GENESIS SENIOR LIVING CENTER 5608 SW NINTH STREET |
For profit - Corporation | 80 | 67 | 3/5 | — | 2/5 | 5/5 | 5152853070 |
| TRINITY CENTER AT LUTHER PARK 1555 HULL AVENUE |
Non profit - Church related | 120 | 118 | 3/5 | — | 4/5 | 2/5 | 5152625639 |
| FLEUR HEIGHTS CENTER FOR WELLNESS AND REHAB 4911 SW 19TH STREET |
For profit - Corporation | 120 | 94 | 2/5 | — | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5152852559 |
| THE REHABILITATION CENTER OF DES MOINES 701 RIVERVIEW |
For profit - Corporation | 74 | 66 | 2/5 | — | 3/5 | 5/5 | 5152661106 |
| UNIVERSITY PARK NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER 233 UNIVERSITY AVENUE |
For profit - Partnership | 108 | 96 | 2/5 | — | 3/5 | 4/5 | 5152841280 |
| WESLEY ACRES 3520 GRAND AVENUE |
Non profit - Corporation | 80 | 73 | 2/5 | — | 5/5 | 3/5 | 5152716500 |
| UNION PARK HEALTH SERVICES 2401 EAST EIGHTH STREET |
For profit - Corporation | 81 | 62 | 1/5 | — | 2/5 | 2/5 | 5152629303 |
Pharmacies in Des Moines
44 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BAUDER PHARMACY | 3802 INGERSOLL AVENUE | 515-255-1124 |
| BROADLAWNS MEDICAL CENTER | 1801 HICKMAN ROAD | 515-282-2377 |
| CAREPLUS | 711 HIGH STREET | 515-244-8100 |
| CASSADY DRUG HEALTH MART PHARMACY | 4505 SOUTHWEST 9TH STREET | 515-285-2474 |
| DAHL'S FOODS | 4121 FLEUR DRIVE | 515-285-5927 |
| DAHL'S FOODS | 3425 INGERSOLL AVENUE | 515-255-8642 |
| DAHL'S FOODS | 3400 EAST 33RD STREET | 515-262-7942 |
| DAHL'S FOODS | 1320 EAST EUCLID AVENUE | 515-265-5946 |
| DAHL'S FOODS | 4343 MERLE HAY ROAD | 515-276-4845 |
| DAHL'S FOODS | 1819 BEAVER AVENUE | 515-279-4382 |
| DES MOINES VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER | 3600 30TH STREET | 515-699-5832 |
| FIFIELD HEALTH MART PHARMACY | 501 UNIVERSITY AVENUE | 515-244-3221 |
| HAMMER PHARMACY | 600 EAST GRAND AVENUE | 515-243-4177 |
| HY-VEE | 3330 MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR PARKWAY | 515-255-6213 |
| HY-VEE | 3221 SOUTHEAST 14TH STREET | 515-246-1390 |
| HY-VEE | 4605 FLEUR DRIVE | 515-285-7133 |
| HY-VEE | 1107 EAST ARMY POST ROAD | 515-287-1022 |
| HY-VEE | 2540 EAST EUCLID AVENUE | 515-262-2108 |
| HY-VEE DRUGSTORE | 4100 UNIVERSITY AVENUE | 515-633-8606 |
| KMART | 2535 HUBBELL AVENUE | 515-262-9578 |
| MEDICAP PHARMACY | 3825 SOUTHWEST 9TH STREET | 515-283-1754 |
| MEDICAP PHARMACY | 2804 BEAVER AVENUE | 515-277-3702 |
| MEDICAP PHARMACY | 1300 EAST 14TH STREET | 515-263-1782 |
| MEDICAP PHARMACY | 5802 FRANKLIN AVENUE | 515-274-4609 |
| MEDICAP PHARMACY | 2527 EASTON BOULEVARD | 515-266-2694 |
| MERCY MEDICAL CENTER OUTPATIENT PHARMACY | 1111 6TH AVENUE | 515-643-4429 |
| MERCY SPECIALTY CARE PHARMACY | 1750 48TH STREET | 515-271-6466 |
| METHODIST PLAZA PHARMACY | 1212 PLEASANT STREET | 515-244-8855 |
| RICHARDS PHARMACY | 5625 HICKMAN ROAD | 515-274-4001 |
| TARGET | 5901 DOUGLAS AVENUE | 515-331-0599 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1723 | 5101 SOUTHEAST 14TH STREET | 515-287-7748 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1764 | 1001 73RD STREET | 515-274-6359 |
| WALGREENS - 3252 | 606 WALNUT STREET | 515-283-2591 |
| WALGREENS - 359 | 2545 EAST EUCLID AVENUE | 515-266-3174 |
| WALGREENS - 4714 | 4555 FLEUR DRIVE | 515-287-5575 |
| WALGREENS - 5362 | 1330 EAST UNIVERSITY AVENUE | 515-299-9791 |
| WALGREENS - 5721 | 3140 SOUTHEAST 14TH STREET | 515-282-5295 |
| WALGREENS - 5777 | 2930 EAST UNIVERSITY AVENUE | 515-299-5186 |
| WALGREENS - 5852 | 3030 UNIVERSITY AVENUE | 515-279-3074 |
| WALGREENS - 7452 | 4415 DOUGLAS AVENUE | 515-279-4739 |
| WALGREENS - 7453 | 104 EAST EUCLID AVENUE | 515-243-0601 |
| WALGREENS - 7833 | 3501 INGERSOLL AVENUE | 515-271-5047 |
| WALGREENS - 7968 | 6200 SOUTHEAST 14TH STREET | 515-309-5468 |
| WARD EAST SIDE PHARMACY | 2501 WALNUT STREET | 515-262-5615 |
EV Charging Stations in Des Moines
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kum & Go - Tesla Supercharger | 5050 Northwest 2nd Street | Tesla | 8 | TESLA | public | |
| Brixmor-Haymarket Square (Des Moines, IA) | 4365 Merle Hay Rd | Electrify America | 4 | J1772COMBO | public | |
| 300mlk | 300 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy | SHELL_RECHARGE | 2 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| Des Moines Fleur HyVee | 4605 Fleur Dr | SHELL_RECHARGE | 2 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| BIG BARN HD DCFAST HOG | 81 NW 49th Pl | ChargePoint Network | 1 | J1772COMBO | public | |
| Central Iowa Power Co-op | 2600 Grand Ave | ZEFNET | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CHARGE PORT 1 STATION 1 | 712 5th Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES 3RD & COURT - 2 | 216 Court Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES 3RD AND COURT - | 216 Court Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES 4TH & GRAND -A | 325 Grand Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES 5TH & KEO - 1 | 525 5th Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES 5TH & WALNUT 1 | 420 Walnut St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES 5TH & WALNUT 2 | 420 Walnut St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES 5TH & WALNUT 3 | 420 Walnut St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES 5TH AND KEO-2 | 525 5th Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES 9TH & LOCUST PK | 717 Locust St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES E 2ND GARAGE 1 | 402 E 2nd St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CITY GARAGES E 2ND GARAGE 2 | 402 E 2nd St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| DES MOINES DES MOINES 3 | 402 E 2nd St | ChargePoint Network | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| DES MOINES STATION 1 | 717 Locust St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| DES MOINES STATION 2 | 325 Grand Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| DES MOINES STATION 3 | 717 Locust St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Drake University - Knapp Center | 2601 Forest Ave | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| Drake University - Olmsted Center Visitor Parking Lot | 2875 University Ave | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| FEDERAL HLB STATION #3 | 909 Locust Street | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Hilton Des Moines Downtown - Tesla Destination | 435 Park St | Tesla Destination | 2 | J1772 TESLA | public | |
| Hummel's Nissan | 4770 Merle Hay Rd | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | private | |
| Hummel's Nissan | 4770 Merle Hay Rd | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| HY VEE DES MOINES 5E | 1107 E Army Post Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Kum & Go #4110 | 2110 Guthrie Ave | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| LINC LINC I | 210 SW 11th St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| MLK RIVER PARK 300MLK | 300 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Des Moines
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| .4 MI W OF US 69 .4 MI S OF NE 134TH AVE | TOWER | 451 |
| .4 MI W OF US 69 .4 MI S OF NE 134TH AVE | TOWER | 451 |
| 1.67 MI NNE | TOWER | 141 |
| 1.67 MI NNE | TOWER | 141 |
| (Grimes) 1.89 MI NE of Rural Route 80, X Avenue | GTOWER | 106 |
| (Grimes) 1.89 MI NE of Rural Route 80, X Avenue | GTOWER | 106 |
| (East Pleasant Hill) 8403 NE 27th Avenue | MTOWER | 55 |
| (East Pleasant Hill) 8403 NE 27th Avenue | MTOWER | 55 |
Fire Stations in Des Moines
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware Township Fire Department | 3992 NE Broadway AVE | Volunteer | 515-263-0076 | ||
| Des Moines Airport Fire Department | 3100 SW McKinley AVE | Career | 515-256-8596 | ||
| Des Moines Fire Department | 2715 Dean AVE | Career | 515-283-4237 | ||
| Northern Warren Fire Department | 6304 SW 7TH ST | Volunteer | 515-285-2873 | ||
| RR Donnelley Fire Brigade | 5701 SW Park AVE | Volunteer | 515-283-3900 | ||
| Saylor Township Fire Department | 211 NW 54TH AVE | Volunteer | 515-289-1404 |
Power Plants Near Des Moines
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DES MOINES WASTEWATER RECLAMATION FAC | OTHER WASTE BIOMASS | 221117 | -93.6 | SB |
| ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND DES MOINES | CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL | 221112 | -93.6 | OP |
| ANDERSON ERICKSON | PETROLEUM LIQUIDS | 221112 | -93.6 | OP |
| RIVER HILLS | NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE | 221112 | -93.6 | OP |
| IOWA METHODIST MEDICAL CENTER | PETROLEUM LIQUIDS | NOT AVAILABLE | -93.6 | NOT AVAILABLE |
Bridges in Des Moines
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1962 | 864 | 86,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 162 | 55,350 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2004 | 162 | 55,350 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2006 | 315 | 42,800 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2005 | 179 | 38,550 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 183 | 38,550 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 228 | 37,300 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 228 | 37,300 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 1,046 | 36,950 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 373 | 36,950 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2005 | 319 | 36,850 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2006 | 175 | 36,300 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2004 | 171 | 36,300 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 377 | 35,150 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 94 | 35,150 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2001 | 93 | 35,150 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 178 | 33,900 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 178 | 33,900 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1937 | 1,407 | 33,600 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1984 | 44 | 32,600 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1936 | 758 | 31,100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2005 | 1,019 | 29,900 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 302 | 21,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 223 | 18,478 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 270 | 18,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1935 | 500 | 17,517 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 2023 | 124 | 17,517 | G | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete continuous | 1920 | 849 | 16,294 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1936 | 241 | 15,634 | P | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 2004 | 90 | 15,163 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 143 | 14,883 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 143 | 14,883 | G | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1967 | 1,334 | 14,108 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1966 | 546 | 14,033 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1987 | 106 | 13,517 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 205 | 13,200 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1967 | 1,136 | 12,809 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 343 | 12,200 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2005 | 464 | 11,900 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 275 | 10,548 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 938 | 10,000 | G | |
| Frame | Concrete | 2004 | 139 | 9,983 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 247 | 9,700 | G | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete continuous | 1918 | 496 | 9,112 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1995 | 583 | 8,948 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2004 | 920 | 8,666 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1986 | 57 | 8,570 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2002 | 274 | 8,500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 366 | 8,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2004 | 920 | 8,147 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 313 | 8,006 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 519 | 8,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1976 | 830 | 7,911 | P | |
| Arch (Thru) | Steel | 2005 | 643 | 7,253 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2004 | 124 | 7,253 | G | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete continuous | 1915 | 799 | 7,253 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2002 | 333 | 7,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2017 | 446 | 6,971 | G | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1967 | 1,515 | 6,875 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 238 | 6,200 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2020 | 449 | 6,029 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1996 | 27 | 5,534 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2007 | 308 | 5,534 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1978 | 721 | 5,368 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2002 | 291 | 5,300 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1980 | 26 | 5,181 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 322 | 5,100 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1976 | 116 | 4,717 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2005 | 311 | 4,670 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 720 | 4,276 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 389 | 4,200 | G | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete continuous | 1937 | 747 | 4,166 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1976 | 88 | 4,106 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1984 | 42 | 4,088 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 695 | 4,079 | G | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete continuous | 1911 | 503 | 3,844 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 90 | 3,690 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 254 | 3,120 | G | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1936 | 947 | 2,825 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2002 | 302 | 2,619 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2001 | 302 | 2,300 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1984 | 42 | 2,245 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1996 | 26 | 1,823 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2001 | 426 | 1,723 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 2018 | 113 | 1,686 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1980 | 23 | 875 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1980 | 43 | 875 | F | |
| Frame | Concrete | 1982 | 55 | 684 | F | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete | 1900 | 40 | 684 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1980 | 75 | 576 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2010 | 24 | 465 | G | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete | 1930 | 40 | 351 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2019 | 30 | 340 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1998 | 239 | 310 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1985 | 246 | 278 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1980 | 21 | 161 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2023 | 42 | G | ||
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1968 | 23 | F |
Correctional Facilities in Des Moines
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POLK COUNTY MAIN JAIL | 1985 NE 51ST PL | COUNTY | 911 | 1,500 | OPEN |
| FORT DES MOINES COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS COMPLEX | 68 THAYER ST | STATE | 249 | 267 | OPEN |
| WOMEN'S RESIDENTIAL CORRECTIONAL FACILITY | 1917 HICKMAN ROAD | STATE | 49 | 48 | OPEN |
| POLK COUNTY INTERIM JAIL | 2 SW 9TH ST | COUNTY | -999 | CLOSED | |
| POLK COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER | 1548 HULL AVENUE | COUNTY | -999 | -999 | OPEN |
Superfund Sites Near Des Moines
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| ADM COMPANY - DM OIL REFINERY | 1940 E. HULL AVENUE | POLK |
| GREATER DES MOINES ENERGY CENTER | 3699 CARLISLE RD | POLK COUNTY |
Airports Near Des Moines
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines International Airport | DSM | Large Airport |
| Agrivation Field | — | Small Airport |
| Ames Municipal Airport | AMW | Small Airport |
| Ankeny Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bascom Field | — | Small Airport |
| Beck Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boone Municipal Airport | BNW | Small Airport |
| Chariton Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Drake Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elf Run Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farrar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hedgewood Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hobbes Field | — | Small Airport |
| Husband Field | — | Small Airport |
| Jefferson Municipal Airport | EFW | Small Airport |
| Jungmanns Landing | — | Small Airport |
| Kern Field | — | Small Airport |
| Knight Field | — | Small Airport |
| Knoxville Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laverty Field | — | Small Airport |
| Lund Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marshalltown Municipal Airport | MIW | Small Airport |
| Moore Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Morningstar Field | — | Small Airport |
| Nash Field Indianola Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Newton Municipal Airport | TNU | Small Airport |
| Osceola Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pella Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Perry Municipal Airport | PRO | Small Airport |
| Too Short Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tuinstra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Winterset Madison County Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Des Moines
29 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Altoona Police Deaprtment | ||
| Ankeny Police Department | ||
| Bob E. Rice Communications Center | 6023 Northeast 14th Street | |
| Carlisle Police Department | ||
| Clive Police Department | ||
| Des Moines Police Academy | 433 East Army Post Road | |
| Des Moines Police Animal Control | 1615 Southeast 14th Street | |
| Des Moines Police Department | 25 East 1st Street | |
| Des Moines Police East Side Boxing Club | 2025 East Grand Avenue | |
| DMPD Crime Prevention Building | 106 East 1st Street | |
| DMPD Narcotics and Homeland Security | 101 East 2nd Street | |
| Indianola Police Department | ||
| Indianola Police Department | ||
| Iowa State Fair Police | ||
| Iowa State Fair Police Department | ||
| Iowa State Patrol - Post 1 | 260 Northwest 48th Place | |
| Johnston Police Department Annex | ||
| Johnston Public Safety Building | ||
| Johnston Public Safety Building | ||
| Norwalk Police Department | ||
| Pleasant Hill Police Department | ||
| Polk City Police Station | 309 West Van Dorn Street | |
| Polk County Field Operations Center | 6023 Northeast 14th Street | |
| Urbandale Police Department | 3740 86th Street | |
| Warren County Sheriffs Office | ||
| Warren County Sheriffs Office | ||
| West Des Moines Police Department | 250 Mills Civic Parkway | |
| Windsor Heights Police Department | 1133 66th Street | |
| Windsor Heights Police Department | 1133 66th Street |
Grocery Stores in Des Moines
110 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Stop Beverage Shop | Convenience Store | 2839 E University Ave |
| ABC Freshmart | Supermarket | 4505 SW 9th St |
| ALDI 72038 | Supermarket | 2543 E University Ave |
| Asian Mart | Grocery Store | 1050 East Army Post Road |
| B & B Supermarket Inc | Grocery Store | 2001 SE 6th St |
| C Fresh Market | Super Store | 801 University Ave |
| CASEY'S 3977 | Convenience Store | 600 E 14th St |
| Casey's General Store 2244 | Convenience Store | 2150 E Army Post Rd |
| Casey's General Store 2314 | Convenience Store | 3527 Indianola Ave |
| Casey's General Store 2922 | Convenience Store | 3501 E 14th St |
| Casey's General Store 3518 | Convenience Store | 1907 Army Post Rd |
| CASEY'S GENERAL STORE 3915 | Convenience Store | 3200 SW 9th St |
| Cash Saver 33 | Supermarket | 1320 E Euclid Ave |
| Cash Saver 34 | Supermarket | 4121 Fleur Dr |
| Center Street Farmers' Market | Farmers and Markets | 1401 Center St |
| Central City Liquors | Convenience Store | 1460 2nd Ave |
| Chamling Food & Liquor Store | Convenience Store | 200 Army Post Rd |
| Deep Supermarket | Convenience Store | 5900 Se 14th St |
| Des Moines Downtown Farmers' Market | Farmers and Markets | 300 Court Ave |
| Dollar General 0313 | Other | 2574 Hubbell Ave |
| Dollar General 21816 | Other | 604 Locust Avenue |
| Dollar General 4554 | Other | 1020 E Army Post Rd |
| Dollar General 4991 | Other | 3223 SE 14th St |
| Dollar General 6725 | Other | 1428 E Ovid Ave |
| Dollar Tree 1361 | Other | 6025 SE 14th St. |
| Dollar Tree 7287 | Other | 4213 Fluer Dr |
| DOLLARTREE 6946 | Other | 2511 SE 14th St |
| DOLLARTREE 8089 | Other | 2410 Hickman Rd |
| Double Dragon | Other | 1537 2nd Ave |
| Downtown Pantry | Convenience Store | 218 6th Ave |
| East Village Pantry | Convenience Store | 333 E Grand Ave |
| El Palomino 1 | Other | 3116 E 14th St |
| El Valle Tienda Mexicana | Grocery Store | 101 Army Post Rd |
| Family Dollar 1805 | Other | 3720 E 14th St |
| Family Dollar 1838 | Other | 1251 University Ave |
| Family Dollar 5799 | Other | 1306 E 14th St |
| Fareway Stores Inc. 183 | Super Store | 4313 Fleur Dr |
| Fast Mart NO | Convenience Store | 1621 University Ave |
| Filipino Store | Convenience Store | 1300 Cummins Rd |
| Full Stop | Convenience Store | 2127 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy |
| Gash Barka | Grocery Store | 2109 Forest Ave |
| Gateway Market | Other | 2002 Woodland Ave |
| Git-N-Go 10 | Convenience Store | 816 E Euclid Ave |
| Git-N-Go 18 | Convenience Store | 6501 SE 14th St |
| Git-N-Go 19 | Convenience Store | 890 County Line Rd |
| Git-N-Go 2 | Convenience Store | 1307 Army Post Rd |
| Git-N-Go 26 | Convenience Store | 2140 E Park Ave |
| Git-N-Go 27 | Convenience Store | 1240 Keosauqua Way |
| Git-N-Go 3 | Convenience Store | 100 Watrous Ave |
| Git-N-Go 31 | Convenience Store | 2601 SW 9th St |
| Git-N-Go 42 | Convenience Store | 806 SE 14th St |
| Git-N-Go 5 | Convenience Store | 2700 Indianola Ave |
| Golden Family Food Market | Grocery Store | 4109 Se 14th St |
| Graziano Brothers Inc. | Other | 1601 South Union St |
| H&A Mini Mart | Convenience Store | 145 University Ave |
| Hilal Groceries | Grocery Store | 1163 25th St |
| Himalayan Asian Grocery Store N/A | Grocery Store | 3300 SW 9th St |
| Hy-Vee 1155 | Super Store | 420 Court Ave |
| Hy-Vee 5142 | Super Store | 3215 SE 14th St |
| Hy-Vee Food & Drugstore 1138 | Super Store | 2540 E Euclid Ave |
| Hy-Vee Food Store 1142 | Super Store | 3221 SE 14th St |
| Hy-Vee Food Store 1148 | Super Store | 4605 Fleur Dr |
| Hy-Vee Food Store 1151 | Super Store | 1107 E Army Post Rd |
| Hy-Vee Gas 5148 | Convenience Store | 4701 Fleur Dr |
| Hy-Vee Gas 5151 | Convenience Store | 1113 E Army Post Rd |
| Ibrahim Grocey And Fashion 1 | Grocery Store | 2009 Forest Ave |
| La Centro Americana Inc. | Grocery Store | 1130 E 9th St |
| La Tapatia | Super Store | 1440 Des Moines St |
| La Tapatia III | Supermarket | 4007 SE 13th St |
| Lsi Global Greens Farmers' Market | Farmers and Markets | 1907 Carpenter Ave |
| Ma Ce African Store LLC | Grocery Store | 3823 Sw 9th St |
| Maverik 5168 | Convenience Store | 2110 Guthrie Ave |
| Maverik 5216 | Convenience Store | 5830 SE 14th St |
| Maverik 5278 | Convenience Store | 1300 Keosauqua Way |
| Mega Saver 59 | Convenience Store | 6304 SW 9th St |
| Najah Grocery & Deli | Grocery Store | 1016 University Ave |
| New Asian Grocery Llc | Grocery Store | 1300 E Army Post Rd |
| Oasis Wine & Spirit | Convenience Store | 630 Sw 9th St |
| Papa Murphys | Specialty Store | 6058 SE 14th St |
| Pinkyinc. | Convenience Store | 2723 Grand Ave |
| Quik Trip 0559 | Convenience Store | 4021 Fleur Dr |
| QuikTrip 0523 | Convenience Store | 849 Army Post Rd |
| QuikTrip 515 | Convenience Store | 1421 Ingersoll Ave |
| QuikTrip 516 | Convenience Store | 1000 E University Ave |
| QuikTrip 518 | Convenience Store | 1930 Indianola Ave |
| QuikTrip 527 | Convenience Store | 614 University Ave |
| QuikTrip 530R | Convenience Store | 1424 E Euclid Ave |
| QuikTrip 535 | Convenience Store | 1501 E Grand Ave |
| QuikTrip 541R | Convenience Store | 2428 Hubbell Ave |
| QuikTrip 544 | Convenience Store | 3941 SE 14th St |
| QuikTrip 560 | Convenience Store | 2300 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy |
| Radiatedsm | Farmers and Markets | 1407 Michigan St |
| Salam Grocery Llp | Grocery Store | 2424 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy |
| Soriano Latino Grocery | Grocery Store | 2300 Hickman Rd |
| South Side Food Mart | Convenience Store | 1101 Army Post Rd |
| Southwest Mart | Convenience Store | 3718 SW 9th St |
| Stop-N-Go 519 | Convenience Store | 727 SE 14th St |
| Sultan Halal Meat & Grocery LLC 1 | Grocery Store | 2105 Forest Ave |
| Super Quick 2 | Convenience Store | 1824 Hubbell Ave |
| Target Stores T- 0803 | Super Store | 1111 E Army Post Rd |
| The Big African Store | Other | 609 Forest Ave |
| Tienda La Favorita | Grocery Store | 1700 E Grand Ave |
| Tienda Mexicana | Grocery Store | 1524 E Grand Ave |
| University Market | Grocery Store | 2231 E University Ave |
| Walgreens 359 | Other | 2545 E Euclid Ave |
| Walgreens 4714 | Other | 4555 Fleur Dr |
| Walgreens 5362 | Other | 1330 E University Ave |
| Walgreens 5721 | Other | 3140 SE 14th St |
| Walgreens 7968 | Other | 6200 SE 14th St |
| Walmart SC 1723 | Super Store | 5101 SE 14th St |
Treatment Centers in Des Moines
23 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bridges of Iowa Inc | Substance Abuse | 515-777-1121 |
| Central Iowa Psychological Services - Des Moines/Drake | Substance Abuse | 515-233-1122 |
| Central Iowa Psychological Services - West Des Moines/Valley West | Substance Abuse | 515-267-1340 |
| Children and Families of Iowa - Cornerstone Counseling | Substance Abuse | 515-289-2272 |
| Community and Family Resources - Des Moines/3451 Easton | Substance Abuse | 515-262-0349 |
| Community and Family Resources - Des Moines/3806 Easton | Substance Abuse | 515-262-0349 |
| Community and Family Resources - Des Moines/Bernie Lorenz Recovery | Substance Abuse | 515-681-5891 |
| Community and Family Resources - PHC/7555 Hickman | Substance Abuse | 515-248-7201 |
| Ellipsis | Both | 515-243-3459 |
| Eyerly Ball CMHS - Administration | Mental Health | 515-241-0982 |
| Eyerly Ball CMHS - Cropp Clinic | Mental Health | 515-241-0982 |
| Eyerly Ball CMHS - Indianola Office | Mental Health | 515-241-0982 |
| Eyerly Ball CMHS - Residential Cummins | Mental Health | 515-277-7933 |
| Eyerly Ball CMHS - Residential/Francis House | Mental Health | 515-279-1015 |
| MercyOne House Mercy - Des Moines | Substance Abuse | 515-643-6500 |
| MercyOne House of Mercy - Indianola | Substance Abuse | 515-643-6512 |
| New Connections - Broadlawns Medical Center | Both | 515-282-6610 |
| Northside Service Center - Children and Families of Iowa | Substance Abuse | 515-266-6338 |
| Orchard Place - Child Guidance Center | Mental Health | 515-244-2267 |
| Orchard Place - PACE | Both | 515-697-5700 |
| Sober Strategies Inc - Des Moines | Substance Abuse | 515-508-0961 |
| Sober Strategies Inc - Des Moines/Bethel Mission | Substance Abuse | 515-508-0961 |
| UCS Healthcare | Both | 515-280-3860 |
DOL Wage Violations in Des Moines
219 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $3,483,521 in back wages owed to 4,500 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal Financial Group | SIGNIFICANT | Principal Financial Group | 50392 | — | 3 | $281,649 | $4,471 | 63 |
| Nuckolls Concrete Services | SIGNIFICANT | — | 50316 | — | 2 | $262,803 | $1,593 | 165 |
| Nationwide Insurance | SIGNIFICANT | Nationwide Mutual Insurance | 50319 | — | 1 | $210,373 | $5,259 | 40 |
| Islas Del Pacifico | SIGNIFICANT | — | 50316 | — | 1 | $204,214 | $13,614 | 15 |
| Waste Connections of Iowa Inc. | SIGNIFICANT | Waste Connections of Iowa, Inc. | 50313 | — | 1 | $180,648 | $3,474 | 52 |
| EDS | SIGNIFICANT | — | 50321 | — | 2 | $107,060 | $182 | 588 |
| Luther Park Community | SIGNIFICANT | — | 50316 | — | 1 | $102,242 | $929 | 110 |
| Adept Patriot Services | — | — | 50310 | — | 1 | $99,433 | $7,649 | 13 |
| Old West Mexican Restaurant | — | — | 50321 | — | 1 | $89,237 | $2,789 | 32 |
| Healthways | — | — | 50309 | — | 1 | $83,498 | $1,440 | 58 |
| Blue Sky Satellite Services | — | — | 50313 | — | 1 | $80,038 | $1,160 | 69 |
| JR Revar Steel | — | — | 50321 | — | 1 | $70,768 | $3,725 | 19 |
| CONTRACT TRANSPORT INC. [OSHA] | — | — | 50314 | Freight Transportation Arrangement | 4 | $68,827 | $475 | 145 |
| First Advantage Membership Services | — | — | 50313 | — | 1 | $68,468 | $342 | 200 |
| Mike Kaiser Enterprises | — | — | 50327 | — | 1 | $62,871 | $5,239 | 12 |
| Motel 6 | — | — | 50313 | — | 1 | $54,240 | $7,749 | 7 |
| Iles Funeral Homes | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $51,814 | $7,402 | 7 |
| Wendy's | — | Wendys Company | 50317 | — | 1 | $43,271 | $816 | 53 |
| TRINITY CENTER AT LUTHER PARK | — | — | 50316 | Continuing Care Retirement Communities | 3 | $41,361 | $369 | 112 |
| Open Sesame | — | — | 50309 | — | 1 | $40,533 | $10,133 | 4 |
| Short Stop 14th & Euclid | — | — | 50313 | — | 1 | $39,918 | $1,901 | 21 |
| BAKER ELECTRIC, INC. | — | — | 50310 | — | 1 | $38,792 | $1,616 | 24 |
| Liberty's | — | — | 50309 | — | 1 | $32,540 | $2,169 | 15 |
| Signature Lawn Care & Landscape | — | — | 50320 | — | 1 | $30,827 | $1,468 | 21 |
| American Republic Insurance Co. | — | — | 50334 | — | 1 | $29,460 | $252 | 117 |
| Capital City Boiler & Machine Works | — | — | 50317 | — | 1 | $29,255 | $944 | 31 |
| G&P Truck Line | — | — | 50309 | — | 2 | $28,563 | $1,190 | 24 |
| Lucca Restaurant | — | — | 50309 | — | 1 | $27,862 | $3,980 | 7 |
| IHOP #5329 | — | Dine Brands Global | 50320 | — | 1 | $26,898 | $408 | 66 |
| Classic Tan | — | — | 50320 | — | 1 | $25,227 | $573 | 44 |
| J.C.'s Services | — | — | 50320 | — | 1 | $24,662 | $1,451 | 17 |
| Des Moines Register | — | — | 50305 | — | 1 | $22,980 | $657 | 35 |
| VT-SGI,LLC (Vend Tech) | — | — | 50310 | — | 1 | $22,603 | $580 | 39 |
| Abbey, The | — | — | 50310 | — | 1 | $21,393 | $363 | 59 |
| O'Brien Auto Repair | — | — | 50310 | — | 1 | $21,347 | $21,347 | 1 |
| Git-n-Go | — | — | 50315 | — | 1 | $21,110 | $603 | 35 |
| Hessen Haus | — | — | 50309 | — | 1 | $20,975 | $2,098 | 10 |
| Legends American Grill | — | — | 50309 | — | 1 | $20,929 | $4,186 | 5 |
| AG Alliance/Petsakes | — | — | 50313 | — | 1 | $20,491 | $1,138 | 18 |
| Correctional Medical Services | — | — | 50309 | — | 1 | $19,912 | $737 | 27 |
| Haven Protection LLC | — | — | 50309 | — | 1 | $19,187 | $2,741 | 7 |
| Park Forest Residential Cooperative | — | — | 50320 | — | 1 | $18,768 | $1,341 | 14 |
| Aramark Uniform Services | — | Aramark | 50316 | — | 1 | $17,916 | $1,493 | 12 |
| American Fence Company | — | American Fence Company | 50317 | — | 1 | $16,257 | $4,064 | 4 |
| Wakonda Club Golf Course | — | — | 50321 | — | 1 | $15,821 | $1,582 | 10 |
| FORREST AND ASSOCIATE, INC. | — | FORREST & ASSOCIATES | 50309 | Masonry Contractors | 1 | $15,763 | $7,881 | 2 |
| Comfort Inn | — | Choice Hotels | 50321 | — | 1 | $15,454 | $644 | 24 |
| The Royal Mile | — | — | 50309 | — | 1 | $14,822 | $2,117 | 7 |
| Iowa Health Systems | — | — | 50309 | — | 1 | $14,608 | $286 | 51 |
| Dominos Pizza | — | — | 50317 | — | 1 | $14,572 | $694 | 21 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Des Moines
252 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ABOUNDING JOY LUTHERAN CHURCH | 3101 E 43RD ST |
| ABUNDANT LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD FREDONIA | 1615 DEAN AVE |
| ADDICTED FOR CHRIST FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL | 2100 DIXON ST STE C |
| AFRICAN MISSIONS CENTER INCORPORATION WORLD MISSIONS FOR | 2812 JOHN PATTERSON RD |
| ALEXANDER CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION | PO BOX 57205 |
| ALL SAINTS PARISH | 650 NE 52ND AVE |
| AMAZING GRACE MINISTRIES AND OUTREACH CHURCH | 1903 53RD ST |
| ANKOR WAT FRIENDSHIP ASSOCIATION INC | 1301 19TH ST |
| ASIAN LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSOURI | 3223 UNIVERSITY AVE |
| ASOKARAMA ARAKKHA BUDDHIST SOCIETY | 1690 E SHERIDAN AVE |
| AURORA AVENUE BIBLE CHURCH | 5 NW AURORA AVE |
| BETHANY REFORMED CHURCH OF THE REFORMED CHURCH IN AMERICA | 720 NE 52ND AVE |
| BETHESDA FULL GOSPEL CHURCH | 924 E 24TH CT |
| BOND OF UNITY EMBASSY CENTER | 530 NE 46TH AVE |
| BROKEN VESSELS QUAKER MINISTRIES | 1080 45TH ST |
| CALMING WATERS INC | 607 KENYON AVE |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH FOR THE DEAF | 3909 E 42ND ST |
| CAMBODIAN BUDDHIST SOCIETY INC | 1332 18TH ST |
| CAMPUS FELLOWSHIP INC | 323 E LOCUST ST |
| CAPITOL HILL CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 3322 E 25TH ST |
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What is the population of Des Moines?
Des Moines has a population of 212,464 residents and is located in Iowa. The population density is 2,410 people per square mile, spread across 90.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Des Moines expensive to live in?
Des Moines is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $63,966, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $183,700 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,054 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Des Moines safe?
Public safety is a concern in Des Moines, with a violent crime rate of 712 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,091 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Des Moines receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Des Moines?
Des Moines has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches, with 23.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.
How is the job market in Des Moines?
Des Moines has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,395. There are 20,581 business establishments in the area, including 1,227 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 11.4% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Des Moines?
The median home value in Des Moines is $183,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,843. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,054. Fair market rent is $810 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.4%. The average annual property tax is $6,943.
How are the schools in Des Moines?
Schools in Des Moines score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.0% of adults in Des Moines hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Des Moines?
The obesity rate in Des Moines is 39.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 28.9% are physically inactive. 22.0% of residents report depression. 10.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,073.
What is transportation like in Des Moines?
The average commute in Des Moines is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.3% of workers drive alone to work, 1.2% use public transit, and 11.4% work from home.
What are the demographics of Des Moines?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Des Moines is 66.9% White, 12% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 79.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 20.5% speak Spanish. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 93.7% have health insurance coverage.
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