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West Des Moines

Rapidly growing community located just west of the capital city of Des Moines.
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Welcome to West Des Moines

Searching homes for sale in West Des Moines Iowa? West Des Moines, Iowa, is a rapidly growing community located just west of the capital city of Des Moines. It has become an attractive place to live, from young adults to empty nesters. West Des Moines or WDM provides so many choices for working; many businesses both large and small, dining; offering a multitude of restaurants, shopping; providing two major malls within the Des Moines Metro area, and living; with multiple options from apartments, upscale townhomes to beautiful homes built within new developments offering every amenity.
 

Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Department of West Des Moines oversees 1,303 acres of parkland consisting of parks, special use facilities, a natural resource area, greenways, and 65 miles of paved multi-purpose trails. It includes a wide variety of recreational services, such as; a full-service community center, softball complex, two outdoor aquatic centers, spray grounds, nature lodge, dog park, archery facility, outdoor amphitheater, boathouse, and a recreation complex. There is no place greater to enjoy the outdoors more within the Des Moines metro area than when living in West Des Moines.
 

Retail And Shopping

West Des Moines is filled with fantastic shopping in stores both large and small. And offers two of the metro’s most prominent and best shopping experiences with the Jordon Creek Town Center and Valley West Mall.
 

Education

West Des Moines is serviced by the West Des Moines Community School System. With approximately 9,000 students, around 1,300 employees, and 13 schools, WDMCS can provide each student with the opportunities and resources they need to succeed.
 

Contact Ingrid Williams

If you’re searching for homes for sale in West Des Moines, Iowa contact the Ingrid Williams Real Estate Team. Not only will they treat you as their most important client, but they will also find and negotiate the best deal for you on your next home.

Overview for West Des Moines, IA

69,893 people live in West Des Moines, where the median age is 36.5 and the average individual income is $55,648. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

69,893

Total Population

36.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$55,648

Average individual Income

Around West Des Moines, IA

There's plenty to do around West Des Moines, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
24
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including La Michoacana Grocery & Catering, everbowl, and Midwest Acupuncture Clinic.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $ 4.03 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.29 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.73 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.51 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.05 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 3.26 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for West Des Moines, IA

West Des Moines has 31,825 households, with an average household size of 2.18. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in West Des Moines do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 69,893 people call West Des Moines home. The population density is 1,479.61 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

69,893

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36.5

Median Age

50.05 / 49.95%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
31,825

Total Households

2.18

Average Household Size

$55,648

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in West Des Moines, IA

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The following schools are within or nearby West Des Moines. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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West Des Moines

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