West Des Moines, IA Neighborhood Guide

Overview for West Des Moines, IA

67,640 people live in West Des Moines, where the median age is 36.1 and the average individual income is $49,286. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

67,640

Total Population

36.1 years

Median Age

High

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

$49,286

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.

20

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

24

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

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

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Prime Nutrition page on Yelp Search 720 S 68th St on Google Maps	Dining	1.05 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Midwest Acupuncture Clinic page on Yelp Search 2687 100th St on Google Maps	Dining	4.73 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the La Michoacana Grocery & Catering page on Yelp Search 433 5th St on Google Maps	Dining · $	4.03 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Monarca Gourmet Paletas page on Yelp Search 9901 University Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $$	3.62 miles	101 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the SweetDude Coffee & Café page on Yelp Search 9763 University Ave on Google Maps	Dining	3.69 miles	27 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Chocolaterie Stam - West Des Moines page on Yelp Search 1551 Valley West Dr on Google Maps	Dining · $$	3.47 miles	12 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Mr B Clothing page on Yelp Search 1995 NW 86th St on Google Maps	Shopping	4.63 miles	7 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the TITLE Boxing Club page on Yelp Search 9500 University Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.38 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Krave Gym - West Des Moines page on Yelp Search 5010 Ep True Pkwy on Google Maps	Active	1.35 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Walnut Woods State Park page on Yelp Search 3155 Walnut Woods Dr on Google Maps	Active	2.03 miles	9 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Milan Laser Hair Removal page on Yelp Search 10201 University Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.56 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Soleil Tan Spa page on Yelp Search 5435 Mills Civic Pkwy on Google Maps	Beauty	0.52 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Prysm Jewelry & Piercing page on Yelp Search 13101 University Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.46 miles	18 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the West Des Moines Barbershop page on Yelp Search 920 Grand Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.95 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tanique page on Yelp Search 5525 Mills Civic Pkwy on Google Maps	Beauty	0.53 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Emberglow Custom Spray Tanning page on Yelp Search 10079 Hickman Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.48 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for West Des Moines, IA

Population Households Employment

West Des Moines has 30,775 households, with an average household size of 2.19. 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. 67,640 people call West Des Moines home. The population density is 1,431.92 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

67,640

Total Population

High

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

36.1

Median Age

50.34 / 49.66%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

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

30,775

Total Households

2.19

Average Household Size

$49,286

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

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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Primary Schools ()

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Mixed Schools ()

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.

Type

Name

West Des Moines

Overview for West Des Moines, IA

67,640

36.1 years

High

$49,286

Around West Des Moines, IA

20

Car-Dependent

24

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for West Des Moines, IA

67,640

High

36.1

50.34 / 49.66%

30,775

2.19

$49,286

Schools in West Des Moines, IA

PROPERTY LISTINGS

$11,500,000

$5,800,000

$5,190,000

$3,315,000

$2,900,000

$2,800,000

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West Des Moines

Overview for West Des Moines, IA

67,640

36.1 years

High

$49,286

Around West Des Moines, IA

20

Car-Dependent

24

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for West Des Moines, IA

67,640

High

36.1

50.34 / 49.66%

30,775

2.19

$49,286

Schools in West Des Moines, IA

PROPERTY LISTINGS

$11,500,000

$5,800,000

$5,190,000

$3,315,000

$2,900,000

$2,800,000

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