Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
16%
West Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,106
Population
73,091
Renter Mix
42% Rent
Undeniable community traditions abound in West Des Moines
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West Des Moines combines suburban comfort with city conveniences in one of Iowa's growing communities. The Historic Valley Junction district preserves the area's railroad heritage through its collection of independent shops and eateries. Miles of trails wind through local parks and green spaces, while Jordan Creek Town Center stands as Iowa's largest shopping complex.
Home to over 68,000 residents, West Des Moines has evolved from its railroad town roots while preserving its historic charm. Housing options range from historic properties near Valley Junction to residences near Glen Oaks Country Club. Major employers, including Wells Fargo, Microsoft, and Hy-Vee contribute to the local economy. Notable areas include Glen Oaks, Valley Junction, and the Jordan Creek district, each with its own character and amenities. The West Des Moines Community School District serves the area, consistently maintaining strong academic ratings.
Explore the City
Frisbie Park is located just a couple minutes from Historic Valley Junction, home of a myriad of shops, boutiques, restaurants, and nightlife
Walk along the lake at the Jordan Creek Town Center in West Des Moines.
MercyOne Medical Center is West Des Moines
Maple Grove Park has a full-court basketball court and tennis court in West Des Moines.
While residing in West Des Moines, Brookview Elementary School is part of Waukee Schools.
Enjoy a quiet picnic at the pavilion.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$76,123
Average: $103,255
Education
30,761
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
42,573
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
West Des Moines has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
38%
Other Education
62%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in West Des Moines, IA is $987 for a studio, $1,106 for one bedroom, $1,241 for two bedrooms, and $1,593 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Des Moines has decreased by -0.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,106/month
740 Sq Ft
House
$2,536/month
2,058 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,011/month
1,568 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly West Des Moines, IA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
537 Students
Crossroads Park Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
521 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
748 Students
Jordan Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
647 Students
Public
Grades K-5
603 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
684 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
687 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,152 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
687 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Raccoon River Park and Nature Lodge
- Maffitt Reservoir Park
- American Legion Park
- Walnut Woods State Park
- Brown's Woods
Military Bases
Airports
- Des Moines International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.