Sadie Evans living Jun 19, 2025

Hello, Been living here since 2012. It's a a smaller city city with about 69,893 people. Rent is about $1,194/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 1.8%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $84,925, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 69,893, West Des Moines is a smaller city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

Pros:
- Good schools
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good airport connections

Cons:
- Hot summers
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Boring for young people
- Far from major airports
- Limited cultural events
What do you all think? The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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