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Des Moines, IA
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Population: 213,545
Home Price: $149,700
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Overview
Des Moines is a midsize city in the state of Iowa with a population of 213,545. Des Moines has a four seasons climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Midsize City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(C) Average
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(A) Excellent
Average Commute:
19.1 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Des Moines, IA
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Des Moines
Iowa
United States
Per Capita Income
$31,276
$30,483
$32,693
Median Household Income
$58,444
$60,214
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
4.0%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
11.3%
7.4%
10.5%
Age
Des Moines
Iowa
United States
Median Age
34.2
42.5
42.3
Gender
Des Moines
Iowa
United States
Male
49.1%
50.2%
49.8%
Female
50.9%
49.8%
50.2%
Race
Des Moines
Iowa
United States
White
71.7%
94.1%
80.3%
Black or African American
11.2%
0.8%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.3%
0.3%
2.7%
Asian
7.2%
0.7%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
3.3%
1.0%
2.7%
Multiracial
6.2%
3.1%
5.2%
Housing Information
Des Moines
Iowa
United States
Median Home Price
$149,700
$109,187
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$797
$525
$801
Family Households
35.6%
35.6%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
32.0%
32.0%
26.2%
Homeowners
60.0%
79.6%
72.9%
Renters
40.0%
20.4%
27.1%
Education
Des Moines
Iowa
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
6.4%
5.5%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
29.6%
29.6%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
20.2%
22.3%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
9.2%
12.6%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
19.3%
13.0%
15.0%
Proficiency
Des Moines
Iowa
United States
Mathematics
51.1%
71.2%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
47.7%
70.6%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Des Moines
Iowa
United States
Murder
6.4
1.0
3.0
Rape
53.6
46.6
38.0
Robbery
129.6
13.1
40.7
Assault
522.5
226.3
188.5
Property Crime
Des Moines
Iowa
United States
Burglary
1045.9
311.2
336.1
Theft
2443.4
1237.5
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
601.2
121.6
167.1
Arson
24.3
9.1
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Des Moines, IA
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
beer
happy hour
craft beer
fast food
hot dogs
italian food
gluten free
comfort food
american cuisine
food vendors
vegan
dining experience
recipe developer
ice cream
restaurant
middle eastern
craft beers
sweet treats
wines
cocktail
isu cyclones
chicago sports
youth sports
minnesota sports
fantasy sports
seattle sports
sports entertainment
sports coverage
cleveland sports
pittsburgh sports
football
college football
video games
country music
college basketball
baseball
basketball
wrestling
fantasy football
husker football
inspired by
inspired by nature
hand drawn
fashion
home decor
electronic music
vintage fashion
multimedia artist
multidisciplinary artist
digital art
fine art
wearable art
comic
craft
library
creative writing
creative
film photography
pastel
immersive experience
spending time
sports cards
single dad
video games
board games
music rockalt
fighting games
baseball cards
beer bourbon
books
comic books
fitness
pc gamer
casual gamer
gaming
running biking
usc grad
disc golf
side gig
interests include
sports
sports entertainment
sports coverage
sports wagering
local news
fashion
radio show
marketing
indie music
professional wrestling
talk radio
music rockalt
government politics
pro wrestling
public relations
digital marketing
radio host
reporter producer
digital media
tv
sports
winter
music rockalt
summer
warm weather
space
running biking
hot tub
beach
nature
aquatic center
fd fire
photography
arts
aviation
biking
air conditioning
fishing
entertainment venue
photography exhibit
handmade
new arrivals
home decor
home depot
black friday
hyvee
post office
shop online
free shipping
online orders
online shopping
comic book store
gas station
vending
farmers market
gift shop
sams club
gift cards
midwests largest
personal shopper
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