West Des Moines, IA

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West Des Moines Overview

68,744
TOTAL POPULATION
34,404
MALE POPULATION
34,340
FEMALE POPULATION
100.19
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$53,803
PER CAPITA INCOME
$114,800
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$82,345
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,752
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
41,408
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
74.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in West Des Moines

The most populous races in West Des Moines are White / Caucasian (56,018 | 81.5%), Two or more Races (4,344 | 6.3%), and Asian (4,226 | 6.1%).
Race in West Des Moines
Race# Population% Population
Asian4,2266.1%
Black / African American3,0164.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific250.0%
Hispanic or Latino3,9005.7%
Native / Alaskan380.1%
White / Caucasian56,01881.5%
Two or more Races4,3446.3%
Some other Race1,0771.6%
Total68,744100.0%

Ancestry in West Des Moines

The most populous ancestries reported in West Des Moines are German (18,188 | 26.5%), Irish (9,971 | 14.5%), English (8,166 | 11.9%), Norwegian (3,439 | 5.0%), and Italian (2,897 | 4.2%), together accounting for 62.1% of all West Des Moines residents.
Ancestry in West Des Moines
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan2980.4%
African2670.4%
Alaska Native10.0%
American2,7834.1%
Arab1,2401.8%
Argentinean300.0%
Armenian180.0%
Australian150.0%
Austrian1130.2%
Bangladeshi110.0%
Basque120.0%
Belgian480.1%
Bhutanese1050.2%
Blackfeet10.0%
Brazilian340.1%
British5370.8%
Bulgarian80.0%
Burmese6591.0%
Cajun170.0%
Canadian1160.2%
Central American2940.4%
Cherokee250.0%
Chippewa140.0%
Choctaw110.0%
Colombian1600.2%
Comanche760.1%
Croatian530.1%
Cuban1330.2%
Czech5900.9%
Czechoslovakian1660.2%
Danish1,1331.7%
Dutch1,8322.7%
Eastern European1740.3%
Ecuadorian1360.2%
Egyptian2510.4%
English8,16611.9%
Ethiopian1500.2%
European1,6242.4%
Finnish1680.2%
French1,1961.7%
French American Indian50.0%
French Canadian1280.2%
German18,18826.5%
Ghanaian110.0%
Greek470.1%
Guatemalan230.0%
Honduran1870.3%
Hungarian320.1%
Indian (Asian)6731.0%
Iraqi5370.8%
Irish9,97114.5%
Italian2,8974.2%
Japanese2510.4%
Jordanian90.0%
Kenyan190.0%
Korean5980.9%
Laotian320.1%
Lebanese1130.2%
Liberian450.1%
Lithuanian1020.2%
Luxembourger770.1%
Macedonian730.1%
Malaysian4610.7%
Mexican2,3883.5%
Mongolian680.1%
Moroccan1270.2%
Native Hawaiian250.0%
Nicaraguan200.0%
Nigerian910.1%
Northern European1660.2%
Norwegian3,4395.0%
Pakistani250.0%
Palestinian590.1%
Panamanian20.0%
Pennsylvania German160.0%
Peruvian1770.3%
Polish1,2151.8%
Portuguese3630.5%
Puerto Rican2000.3%
Romanian1440.2%
Russian4140.6%
Salvadoran620.1%
Scandinavian5690.8%
Scotch-Irish6661.0%
Scottish1,0921.6%
Sierra Leonean130.0%
Sioux380.1%
Slavic40.0%
Slovak660.1%
Somali2150.3%
South American5710.8%
Spaniard470.1%
Spanish930.1%
Sri Lankan6490.9%
Subsaharan African1,1241.6%
Sudanese3460.5%
Swedish1,9232.8%
Swiss2100.3%
Thai1,9152.8%
Ukrainian730.1%
Venezuelan680.1%
Welsh5390.8%
Yugoslavian5800.8%
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Immigrants in West Des Moines

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in West Des Moines came from Asia (3,648 | 5.3%), South Central Asia (1,750 | 2.5%), India (1,451 | 2.1%), Latin America (1,442 | 2.1%), and Africa (1,154 | 1.7%), together accounting for 13.8% of all West Des Moines residents.
Immigrants in West Des Moines
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan1900.3%
Africa1,1541.7%
Asia3,6485.3%
Australia190.0%
Azores20.0%
Belarus100.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina5150.7%
Brazil2140.3%
Bulgaria80.0%
Cameroon120.0%
Canada1560.2%
Caribbean560.1%
Central America8301.2%
China1500.2%
Colombia2020.3%
Cuba540.1%
Eastern Africa2560.4%
Eastern Asia5420.8%
Eastern Europe8901.3%
Ecuador420.1%
Egypt2510.4%
El Salvador380.1%
England160.0%
Ethiopia580.1%
Europe1,0111.5%
Germany610.1%
Ghana250.0%
Guatemala230.0%
Honduras980.1%
Hungary140.0%
India1,4512.1%
Indonesia320.1%
Iraq5530.8%
Italy140.0%
Jamaica20.0%
Japan90.0%
Jordan300.0%
Kenya430.1%
Korea3830.6%
Kuwait320.1%
Laos1480.2%
Latin America1,4422.1%
Latvia190.0%
Lebanon150.0%
Liberia540.1%
Malaysia680.1%
Mexico6711.0%
Middle Africa320.1%
Moldova600.1%
Morocco850.1%
Nepal850.1%
Nigeria620.1%
Northern Africa5880.9%
Northern Europe440.1%
Oceania190.0%
Pakistan240.0%
Peru780.1%
Philippines990.1%
Poland480.1%
Portugal20.0%
Russia1320.2%
Saudi Arabia120.0%
Somalia1230.2%
South America5560.8%
South Central Asia1,7502.5%
South Eastern Asia7011.0%
Southern Europe160.0%
Sudan2030.3%
Thailand30.0%
Uganda70.0%
Ukraine680.1%
Venezuela200.0%
Vietnam3510.5%
Western Africa2460.4%
Western Asia6550.9%
Western Europe610.1%
Zaire200.0%
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Sex and Age in West Des Moines

Sex and Age in West Des Moines

The most populous age groups in West Des Moines are 25 to 29 Years (3,742 | 10.9%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (3,014 | 8.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in West Des Moines
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,078 (6.0%)1,894 (5.5%)
5 to 9 Years2,231 (6.5%)1,881 (5.5%)
10 to 14 Years2,003 (5.8%)2,023 (5.9%)
15 to 19 Years1,469 (4.3%)1,905 (5.6%)
20 to 24 Years2,315 (6.7%)2,813 (8.2%)
25 to 29 Years3,742 (10.9%)3,014 (8.8%)
30 to 34 Years3,116 (9.1%)2,680 (7.8%)
35 to 39 Years2,769 (8.1%)2,602 (7.6%)
40 to 44 Years2,015 (5.9%)1,996 (5.8%)
45 to 49 Years2,200 (6.4%)1,930 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years1,836 (5.3%)2,333 (6.8%)
55 to 59 Years2,348 (6.8%)2,067 (6.0%)
60 to 64 Years2,029 (5.9%)1,600 (4.7%)
65 to 69 Years1,435 (4.2%)1,717 (5.0%)
70 to 74 Years1,177 (3.4%)1,309 (3.8%)
75 to 79 Years832 (2.4%)1,034 (3.0%)
80 to 84 Years402 (1.2%)671 (1.9%)
85 Years and over407 (1.2%)871 (2.5%)
Total34,404 (100.0%)34,340 (100.0%)

Families and Households in West Des Moines

Median Family Size in West Des Moines

The median family size in West Des Moines is 2.95 persons per family, with married-couple families (12,934 | 77.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.06 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (2,445 | 14.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.53 persons per family.
Median Family Size in West Des Moines
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple12,934 (77.4%)3.06
Single Male/Father1,335 (8.0%)2.62
Single Female/Mother2,445 (14.6%)2.53
Total Families16,714 (100.0%)2.95

Median Household Size in West Des Moines

The median household size in West Des Moines is 2.18 persons per household, with married-couple households (12,934 | 41.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.07 persons per household. non-family households (14,593 | 46.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.25 persons per household.
Median Household Size in West Des Moines
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple12,934 (41.3%)3.07
Single Male/Father1,335 (4.3%)2.85
Single Female/Mother2,445 (7.8%)2.74
Non-family14,593 (46.6%)1.25
Total Households31,307 (100.0%)2.18

Household Size by Marriage Status in West Des Moines

Out of a total of 31,307 households in West Des Moines, 16,714 (53.4%) are family households, while 14,593 (46.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 7,813, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 11,289.
Household Size by Marriage Status in West Des Moines
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-11,289 (36.1%)
2-Person Households7,813 (25.0%)3,091 (9.9%)
3-Person Households3,815 (12.2%)169 (0.5%)
4-Person Households3,280 (10.5%)44 (0.1%)
5-Person Households1,330 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households320 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households156 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total16,714 (53.4%)14,593 (46.6%)

Female Fertility in West Des Moines

Fertility by Age in West Des Moines

Average fertility rate in West Des Moines is 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 72.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in West Des Moines
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years614 (88.5%)72.0
35 to 50 years80 (11.5%)11.0
Total694 (100.0%)39.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Des Moines

84.4% of women with births (694) in West Des Moines are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 17.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Des Moines
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years506 (82.4%)108 (17.6%)
35 to 50 years80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total586 (84.4%)108 (15.6%)

Fertility by Education in West Des Moines

Average fertility rate in West Des Moines is 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 45.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 40.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in West Des Moines
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School78 (11.2%)43.0
High School Diploma76 (11.0%)31.0
College or Associate's Degree170 (24.5%)40.0
Bachelor's Degree280 (40.4%)45.0
Graduate Degree90 (13.0%)32.0
Total694 (100.0%)39.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Des Moines

15.6% of women with births in West Des Moines are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 44.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Des Moines
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma54 (71.1%)22 (28.9%)
College or Associate's Degree94 (55.3%)76 (44.7%)
Bachelor's Degree270 (96.4%)10 (3.6%)
Graduate Degree90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total586 (84.4%)108 (15.6%)

Income in West Des Moines

Income Overview in West Des Moines

Per Capita Income in West Des Moines is $53,803, while median incomes of families and households are $114,800 and $82,345 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income68,744$53,803
Median Family Income16,714$114,800
Mean Family Income16,714$149,616
Median Household Income31,307$82,345
Mean Household Income31,307$116,857
Income Deficit16,714$10,752
Wage / Income Gap (%)68,74428.83%
Wage / Income Gap ($)68,74471.17¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index68,7440.46

Earnings by Sex in West Des Moines

Average Earnings in West Des Moines are $50,557, $59,509 for men and $42,354 for women, a difference of 28.8%.
Earnings by Sex in West Des Moines
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male23,180 (53.7%)$59,509
Female19,990 (46.3%)$42,354
Total43,170 (100.0%)$50,557

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Des Moines

The most common earnings brackets in West Des Moines are $100,000+ for men (5,563 | 24.0%) and $100,000+ for women (2,232 | 11.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Des Moines
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less878 (3.8%)1,068 (5.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999511 (2.2%)496 (2.5%)
$5,000 to $7,499540 (2.3%)963 (4.8%)
$7,500 to $9,999362 (1.6%)527 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499586 (2.5%)593 (3.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999267 (1.1%)483 (2.4%)
$15,000 to $17,499448 (1.9%)470 (2.4%)
$17,500 to $19,999177 (0.8%)308 (1.5%)
$20,000 to $22,499396 (1.7%)501 (2.5%)
$22,500 to $24,999338 (1.5%)308 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $29,999812 (3.5%)1,519 (7.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9991,171 (5.1%)1,224 (6.1%)
$35,000 to $39,999944 (4.1%)972 (4.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9991,191 (5.1%)1,176 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,050 (4.5%)1,107 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $54,999794 (3.4%)850 (4.3%)
$55,000 to $64,9992,293 (9.9%)1,340 (6.7%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,422 (6.1%)1,653 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,437 (14.8%)2,200 (11.0%)
$100,000+5,563 (24.0%)2,232 (11.2%)
Total23,180 (100.0%)19,990 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Des Moines

Average earnings in West Des Moines are $64,233 for men and $48,531 for women, a difference of 24.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $103,417, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $36,968. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $72,198, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,329.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Des Moines
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$36,968$20,329
High School Diploma$41,159$31,042
College or Associate's Degree$49,468$42,612
Bachelor's Degree$73,623$63,065
Graduate Degree$103,417$72,198
Total$64,233$48,531

Family Income in West Des Moines

Family Income Brackets in West Des Moines

According to the West Des Moines family income data, there are 3,543 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 301 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in West Des Moines
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003011.8%
$10,000 to $14,9993342.0%
$15,000 to $24,9995013.0%
$25,000 to $34,9997194.3%
$35,000 to $49,9991,2037.2%
$50,000 to $74,9992,05612.3%
$75,000 to $99,9992,24013.4%
$100,000 to $149,9993,29319.7%
$150,000 to $199,9992,50715.0%
$200,000+3,54321.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Des Moines

4-person families (3,159 | 18.9%) account for the highest median family income in West Des Moines with $152,888 per family, while 2-person families (8,270 | 49.5%) have the highest median income of $45,051 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Des Moines
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families8,270 (49.5%)$90,102
3-Person Families3,579 (21.4%)$109,904
4-Person Families3,159 (18.9%)$152,888
5-Person Families1,230 (7.4%)$151,875
6-Person Families320 (1.9%)$128,077
7+ Person Families156 (0.9%)$123,241
Total16,714 (100.0%)$114,800

Family Income by Number of Earners in West Des Moines

The median family income in West Des Moines is $114,800, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,844) having the highest median family income of $182,455, while families with no earners (2,202) have the lowest median family income of $65,764, accounting for 11.0% and 13.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in West Des Moines
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners2,202 (13.2%)$65,764
1 Earner4,520 (27.0%)$73,940
2 Earners8,148 (48.7%)$142,648
3+ Earners1,844 (11.0%)$182,455
Total16,714 (100.0%)$114,800

Household Income in West Des Moines

Household Income Brackets in West Des Moines

With 5,197 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in West Des Moines, accounting for 16.6% of all households. In contrast, only 595 households (1.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in West Des Moines
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007512.4%
$10,000 to $14,9995951.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991,5655.0%
$25,000 to $34,9992,5988.3%
$35,000 to $49,9993,41210.9%
$50,000 to $74,9995,13416.4%
$75,000 to $99,9994,47714.3%
$100,000 to $149,9995,19716.6%
$150,000 to $199,9993,41210.9%
$200,000+4,13313.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in West Des Moines

The median household income in West Des Moines is $82,345, with the highest median household income of $104,871 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 10,160 households (32.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $54,702, with 2,436 households (7.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in West Des Moines
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years2,436 (7.8%)$54,702
25 to 44 Years12,404 (39.6%)$83,172
45 to 64 Years10,160 (32.5%)$104,871
65+ Years6,307 (20.2%)$61,266
Total31,307 (100.0%)$82,345

Poverty in West Des Moines

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Des Moines

With 6.8% poverty level for males and 8.3% for females among the residents of West Des Moines, 6 to 11 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 318 males (11.6%) and 127 females (38.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Des Moines
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years180 (8.8%)114 (6.0%)
5 Years28 (6.5%)127 (38.3%)
6 to 11 Years318 (11.6%)130 (6.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)113 (8.3%)
15 Years45 (11.5%)30 (8.3%)
16 and 17 Years17 (2.2%)50 (5.6%)
18 to 24 Years224 (8.5%)635 (18.3%)
25 to 34 Years491 (7.2%)637 (11.2%)
35 to 44 Years308 (6.4%)300 (6.5%)
45 to 54 Years249 (6.2%)175 (4.1%)
55 to 64 Years277 (6.3%)214 (5.9%)
65 to 74 Years133 (5.2%)109 (3.6%)
75 Years and over56 (3.6%)187 (7.7%)
Total2,326 (6.8%)2,821 (8.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Des Moines

According to the poverty statistics in West Des Moines, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 96.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Des Moines
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,856 (91.2%)1,770 (94.0%)
5 Years406 (93.5%)205 (61.8%)
6 to 11 Years2,430 (88.4%)2,053 (94.0%)
12 to 14 Years1,028 (100.0%)1,248 (91.7%)
15 Years347 (88.5%)331 (91.7%)
16 and 17 Years749 (97.8%)847 (94.4%)
18 to 24 Years2,402 (91.5%)2,825 (81.7%)
25 to 34 Years6,367 (92.8%)5,057 (88.8%)
35 to 44 Years4,476 (93.6%)4,298 (93.5%)
45 to 54 Years3,778 (93.8%)4,088 (95.9%)
55 to 64 Years4,097 (93.7%)3,446 (94.2%)
65 to 74 Years2,427 (94.8%)2,889 (96.4%)
75 Years and over1,510 (96.4%)2,248 (92.3%)
Total31,873 (93.2%)31,305 (91.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Des Moines

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in West Des Moines show that 4.7% or 603 of the total 12,934 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 33.9%, comprising of 20 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.8%, which includes 191 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Des Moines
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children6,692 (97.2%)191 (2.8%)
1 or 2 Children4,344 (93.1%)321 (6.9%)
3 or 4 Children1,256 (94.7%)71 (5.3%)
5 or more Children39 (66.1%)20 (33.9%)
Total12,331 (95.3%)603 (4.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Des Moines

According to the poverty data in West Des Moines, 5.0% or 67 single-father households and 14.6% or 358 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 households (6.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 262 households (20.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Des Moines
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children27 (4.1%)74 (6.9%)
1 or 2 Children40 (6.9%)262 (20.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)22 (20.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total67 (5.0%)358 (14.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West Des Moines

The poverty data for West Des Moines shows that 603 of the married-couple family households (4.7%) and 425 of the single-parent households (11.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (33.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 302 household (16.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West Des Moines
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children191 (2.8%)101 (5.9%)
1 or 2 Children321 (6.9%)302 (16.3%)
3 or 4 Children71 (5.3%)22 (10.6%)
5 or more Children20 (33.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total603 (4.7%)425 (11.2%)

Employment Characteristics in West Des Moines

Employment by Class of Employer in West Des Moines

Among the 39,479 employed individuals in West Des Moines, private company employees (28,324 | 71.7%), not-for-profit organizations (3,641 | 9.2%), and local government employees (2,338 | 5.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in West Des Moines
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees28,32471.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,3543.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,6914.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations3,6419.2%
Local Government Employees2,3385.9%
State Government Employees1,3823.5%
Federal Government Employees7111.8%
Unpaid Family Workers380.1%
Total39,479100.0%

Employment Status by Age in West Des Moines

According to the labor force statistics for West Des Moines, out of the total population over 16 years of age (55,881), 74.1% or 41,408 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 1,159 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 93.7% or 6,330 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.4% or 107 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in West Des Moines
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,442 (55.0%)107 (7.4%)
20 to 24 Years4,487 (87.5%)112 (2.5%)
25 to 29 Years6,330 (93.7%)76 (1.2%)
30 to 34 Years4,990 (86.1%)364 (7.3%)
35 to 44 Years8,575 (91.4%)197 (2.3%)
45 to 54 Years7,253 (87.4%)36 (0.5%)
55 to 59 Years3,828 (86.7%)168 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years2,381 (65.6%)36 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,697 (30.1%)64 (3.8%)
75 Years and over447 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total41,408 (74.1%)1,159 (2.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Des Moines

According to labor force statistics for West Des Moines, 87.1% of individuals (33,339) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (38,277) are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 867 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.6% or 19,270 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.9% or 78 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Des Moines
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School872 (76.0%)102 (8.9%)
High School Diploma4,540 (77.8%)175 (3.0%)
College / Associate Degree8,662 (88.5%)440 (4.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher19,270 (89.6%)301 (1.4%)
Total33,339 (87.1%)995 (2.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in West Des Moines

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Des Moines are Community & Social Service (5,084 | 12.6%), Business & Financial (4,904 | 12.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (4,572 | 11.4%), Management (4,566 | 11.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (3,230 | 8.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in West Des Moines

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Des Moines, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (93.8%), Legal Services & Support (83.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (70.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (72.2%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (66.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (66.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in West Des Moines
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2,877 (63.0%)1,689 (37.0%)
Business & Financial2,516 (51.3%)2,388 (48.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3,241 (70.9%)1,331 (29.1%)
Computers & Mathematics2,267 (70.2%)963 (29.8%)
Architecture & Engineering653 (93.8%)43 (6.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science321 (49.7%)325 (50.3%)
Community & Social Service 1,991 (39.2%)3,093 (60.8%)
Education, Arts & Media322 (45.4%)387 (54.6%)
Legal Services & Support594 (83.2%)120 (16.8%)
Education Instruction & Library758 (27.8%)1,969 (72.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment317 (33.9%)617 (66.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating957 (34.0%)1,857 (66.0%)
Health Technologists837 (36.1%)1,479 (63.9%)
Total (Category)11,582 (52.8%)10,358 (47.2%)
Total (Overall)21,611 (53.7%)18,612 (46.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in West Des Moines are Food Preparation & Serving (1,744 | 4.3%), Personal Care & Service (1,157 | 2.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (813 | 2.0%), Healthcare Support (728 | 1.8%), and Security & Protection (519 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in West Des Moines

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in West Des Moines, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (79.2%), and Law Enforcement (49.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.7%), Personal Care & Service (73.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (58.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in West Des Moines
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support53 (7.3%)675 (92.7%)
Security & Protection411 (79.2%)108 (20.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention307 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement104 (49.1%)108 (50.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving721 (41.3%)1,023 (58.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance335 (41.2%)478 (58.8%)
Personal Care & Service304 (26.3%)853 (73.7%)
Total (Category)1,824 (36.8%)3,137 (63.2%)
Total (Overall)21,611 (53.7%)18,612 (46.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in West Des Moines are Office & Administration (4,578 | 11.4%), and Sales & Related (3,745 | 9.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in West Des Moines

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in West Des Moines
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2,216 (59.2%)1,529 (40.8%)
Office & Administration1,892 (41.3%)2,686 (58.7%)
Total (Category)4,108 (49.4%)4,215 (50.6%)
Total (Overall)21,611 (53.7%)18,612 (46.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in West Des Moines are Construction & Extraction (914 | 2.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (547 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in West Des Moines

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in West Des Moines
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction899 (98.4%)15 (1.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair520 (95.1%)27 (4.9%)
Total (Category)1,419 (97.1%)42 (2.9%)
Total (Overall)21,611 (53.7%)18,612 (46.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in West Des Moines are Production (1,291 | 3.2%), Material Moving (1,206 | 3.0%), and Transportation (1,041 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in West Des Moines

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in West Des Moines
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,027 (79.5%)264 (20.4%)
Transportation749 (72.0%)292 (28.1%)
Material Moving902 (74.8%)304 (25.2%)
Total (Category)2,678 (75.7%)860 (24.3%)
Total (Overall)21,611 (53.7%)18,612 (46.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in West Des Moines

Employment Industries in West Des Moines

The major employment industries in West Des Moines include Finance & Insurance (7,682 | 19.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (4,758 | 11.8%), Retail Trade (4,183 | 10.4%), Professional & Scientific (3,951 | 9.8%), and Educational Services (3,447 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in West Des Moines

Employment Industries by Sex in West Des Moines

The West Des Moines industries that see more men than women are Construction (87.7%), Wholesale Trade (81.5%), and Utilities (79.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Educational Services (72.8%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (69.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in West Des Moines
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting151 (65.1%)81 (34.9%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Construction1,196 (87.7%)167 (12.2%)
Manufacturing1,872 (73.6%)670 (26.4%)
Wholesale Trade834 (81.5%)190 (18.5%)
Retail Trade2,379 (56.9%)1,804 (43.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,333 (77.8%)380 (22.2%)
Utilities284 (79.5%)73 (20.4%)
Information528 (59.3%)363 (40.7%)
Finance & Insurance4,089 (53.2%)3,593 (46.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing440 (67.4%)213 (32.6%)
Professional & Scientific2,648 (67.0%)1,303 (33.0%)
Enterprise Management34 (60.7%)22 (39.3%)
Administrative & Support618 (49.8%)623 (50.2%)
Educational Services939 (27.2%)2,508 (72.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,455 (30.6%)3,303 (69.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation421 (52.8%)376 (47.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services845 (40.6%)1,239 (59.5%)
Public Administration725 (56.0%)569 (44.0%)
Total21,611 (53.7%)18,612 (46.3%)

Education in West Des Moines

School Enrollment in West Des Moines

The most common levels of schooling among the 15,455 students in West Des Moines are middle school (3,260 | 21.1%), elementary school (3,239 | 21.0%), and high school (3,226 | 20.9%).
School Enrollment in West Des Moines
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool9676.3%
Kindergarten7184.6%
Elementary School3,23921.0%
Middle School3,26021.1%
High School3,22620.9%
College / Undergraduate2,46415.9%
Graduate / Professional1,58110.2%
Total15,455100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Des Moines

Out of a total of 15,455 students who are enrolled in schools in West Des Moines, 2,998 (19.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 12,457 (80.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 756 (45.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3,524 (91.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Des Moines
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds497 (63.8%)282 (36.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old3,524 (91.4%)332 (8.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds3,512 (88.0%)478 (12.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,901 (79.0%)505 (21.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds702 (90.0%)78 (10.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds896 (54.2%)756 (45.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds966 (75.3%)316 (24.6%)
35 Years and over458 (64.5%)252 (35.5%)
Total12,457 (80.6%)2,998 (19.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Des Moines

Business (7,170 | 25.0%), education (2,967 | 10.4%), science & technology (2,226 | 7.8%), social sciences (1,939 | 6.8%), and arts & humanities (1,898 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 28,630 individuals in West Des Moines who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Des Moines
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,3434.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,6985.9%
Physical & Health Sciences8523.0%
Psychology1,3444.7%
Social Sciences1,9396.8%
Engineering1,6415.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies1530.5%
Science & Technology2,2267.8%
Business7,17025.0%
Education2,96710.4%
Literature & Languages1,0753.7%
Liberal Arts & History1,7776.2%
Visual & Performing Arts9093.2%
Communications1,6385.7%
Arts & Humanities1,8986.6%
Total28,630100.0%

Transportation & Commute in West Des Moines

Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Des Moines

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in West Des Moines are males with 2 vehicles (9,970, accounting for 46.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (9,001, making up 54.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Des Moines
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle473 (2.2%)175 (1.0%)
1 Vehicle5,628 (26.5%)4,889 (26.9%)
2 Vehicles9,970 (46.9%)9,001 (49.5%)
3 Vehicles3,658 (17.2%)2,652 (14.6%)
4 Vehicles1,147 (5.4%)1,074 (5.9%)
5 or more Vehicles397 (1.9%)404 (2.2%)
Total21,273 (100.0%)18,195 (100.0%)

Commute Time in West Des Moines

The most frequently occuring commute durations in West Des Moines are 15 to 19 minutes (8,511 commuters, 25.1%), 20 to 24 minutes (6,983 commuters, 20.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (6,868 commuters, 20.3%).
Commute Time in West Des Moines
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,1823.5%
5 to 9 Minutes4,22212.5%
10 to 14 Minutes6,86820.3%
15 to 19 Minutes8,51125.1%
20 to 24 Minutes6,98320.6%
25 to 29 Minutes1,8795.6%
30 to 34 Minutes2,4117.1%
35 to 39 Minutes3160.9%
40 to 44 Minutes2220.7%
45 to 59 Minutes4121.2%
60 to 89 Minutes4951.5%
90 or more Minutes3471.0%

Commute Time by Sex in West Des Moines

The most common commute times in West Des Moines are 15 to 19 minutes (4,497 commuters, 24.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (4,014 commuters, 26.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in West Des Moines
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes698 (3.7%)484 (3.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes2,023 (10.8%)2,199 (14.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes3,768 (20.1%)3,100 (20.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes4,497 (24.0%)4,014 (26.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes3,930 (21.0%)3,053 (20.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,339 (7.1%)540 (3.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,233 (6.6%)1,178 (7.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes219 (1.2%)97 (0.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes184 (1.0%)38 (0.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes249 (1.3%)163 (1.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes298 (1.6%)197 (1.3%)
90 or more Minutes295 (1.6%)52 (0.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Des Moines

The most frequent times of departure to work in West Des Moines are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (3,618, 19.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,578, 17.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Des Moines
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM775 (4.1%)404 (2.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM427 (2.3%)79 (0.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM794 (4.2%)442 (2.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,146 (6.1%)478 (3.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM2,073 (11.1%)1,953 (12.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM2,534 (13.5%)2,578 (17.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM3,618 (19.3%)2,570 (17.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM2,418 (12.9%)1,564 (10.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM919 (4.9%)1,138 (7.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,132 (6.0%)1,529 (10.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM657 (3.5%)406 (2.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM179 (1.0%)207 (1.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM972 (5.2%)957 (6.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1,089 (5.8%)810 (5.4%)
Total18,733 (100.0%)15,115 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in West Des Moines

Occupancy by Ownership in West Des Moines

Of the total 31,307 dwellings in West Des Moines, owner-occupied units account for 18,197 (58.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 13,110 (41.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in West Des Moines
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units18,19758.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units13,11041.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units31,307100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in West Des Moines

Occupancy by Household Size in West Des Moines
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household11,28936.1%
2-Person Household10,90434.8%
3-Person Household3,98412.7%
4+ Person Household5,13016.4%
Total Housing Units31,307100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Des Moines

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Des Moines
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household4,780 (42.3%)6,509 (57.7%)
2-Person Household6,861 (62.9%)4,043 (37.1%)
3-Person Household2,553 (64.1%)1,431 (35.9%)
4+ Person Household4,003 (78.0%)1,127 (22.0%)
Total Housing Units18,197 (58.1%)13,110 (41.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Des Moines

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Des Moines
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School445 (51.3%)422 (48.7%)
High School Diploma2,217 (53.4%)1,932 (46.6%)
College/Associate Degree4,384 (52.0%)4,041 (48.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher11,151 (62.4%)6,715 (37.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Des Moines

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Des Moines
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years9,51530.4%
35 to 44 Years5,32517.0%
45 to 54 Years5,03516.1%
55 to 64 Years5,12516.4%
65 to 74 Years3,54911.3%
75 to 84 Years1,9396.2%
85 Years and Over8192.6%
Total31,307100.0%

Housing Finances in West Des Moines

Median Income by Occupancy in West Des Moines

Median Income by Occupancy in West Des Moines
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied18,197 (58.1%)$116,675
Renter-Occupied13,110 (41.9%)$56,489
Average31,307 (100.0%)$82,345

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Des Moines

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Des Moines
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000103 (0.6%)323 (2.5%)
$5,000 to $9,999101 (0.6%)223 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $14,999137 (0.7%)443 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $19,999154 (0.9%)591 (4.5%)
$20,000 to $24,999397 (2.2%)437 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999763 (4.2%)1,840 (14.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,376 (7.6%)2,035 (15.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,421 (13.3%)2,728 (20.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,382 (13.1%)2,097 (16.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,638 (20.0%)1,555 (11.9%)
$150,000 or more6,725 (37.0%)838 (6.4%)
Total18,197 (100.0%)13,110 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Des Moines

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Des Moines
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300269 (1.5%)189 (1.4%)
$300 to $499670 (3.7%)73 (0.6%)
$500 to $7993,037 (16.7%)446 (3.4%)
$800 to $9991,676 (9.2%)2,980 (22.7%)
$1,000 to $1,4994,555 (25.0%)6,854 (52.3%)
$1,500 to $1,9993,202 (17.6%)2,102 (16.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4992,319 (12.7%)155 (1.2%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,196 (6.6%)28 (0.2%)
$3,000 or more1,273 (7.0%)99 (0.8%)
Total18,197 (100.0%)13,110 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in West Des Moines

Housing Structures in West Des Moines

Housing Structures in West Des Moines
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached14,93747.7%
Single Unit, Attached3,84912.3%
2 Unit Apartments2440.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4741.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2,4837.9%
10 or more Apartments9,00228.7%
Mobile Home / Other3181.0%
Total31,307100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Des Moines

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Des Moines
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached13,929 (93.2%)1,008 (6.8%)
Single Unit, Attached2,908 (75.5%)941 (24.4%)
2 Unit Apartments58 (23.8%)186 (76.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments124 (26.2%)350 (73.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments230 (9.3%)2,253 (90.7%)
10 or more Apartments673 (7.5%)8,329 (92.5%)
Mobile Home / Other275 (86.5%)43 (13.5%)
Total18,197 (58.1%)13,110 (41.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Des Moines

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Des Moines
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room15 (0.1%)802 (6.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms543 (3.0%)4,525 (34.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms4,739 (26.0%)5,919 (45.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms5,195 (28.5%)1,289 (9.8%)
8 or more Rooms7,705 (42.3%)575 (4.4%)
Total18,197 (100.0%)13,110 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Des Moines

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Des Moines
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas13,572 (74.6%)4,667 (35.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas133 (0.7%)263 (2.0%)
Electricity4,467 (24.5%)8,100 (61.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)17 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels25 (0.1%)39 (0.3%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)24 (0.2%)
Total18,197 (100.0%)13,110 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in West Des Moines

Household Vehicle Usage in West Des Moines
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle167 (0.9%)780 (5.9%)
1 Vehicle5,112 (28.1%)7,560 (57.7%)
2 Vehicles9,077 (49.9%)4,041 (30.8%)
3 or more Vehicles3,841 (21.1%)729 (5.6%)
Total18,197 (100.0%)13,110 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in West Des Moines

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in West Des Moines

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units5,63512,562
Median Property Value$268,300$265,900
Median Household Income$93,196$4,986
Monthly Housing Costs$722$1,247
Real Estate Taxes$4,455$243

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Des Moines

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Des Moines
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000265 (4.7%)149 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999177 (3.1%)227 (1.8%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,941 (52.2%)7,161 (57.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,568 (27.8%)3,882 (30.9%)
$500,000 to $749,999451 (8.0%)698 (5.6%)
$750,000 to $999,999151 (2.7%)315 (2.5%)
$1,000,000 or more82 (1.5%)130 (1.0%)
Total5,635 (100.0%)12,562 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Des Moines

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Des Moines
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000100 (1.8%)216 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $24,999402 (7.1%)104 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999482 (8.6%)286 (2.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999730 (13.0%)281 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999650 (11.5%)646 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999603 (10.7%)1,771 (14.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999929 (16.5%)1,779 (14.2%)
$150,000 or more1,739 (30.9%)2,709 (21.6%)
Total5,635 (100.0%)12,562 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Des Moines

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Des Moines
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x2,073 (36.8%)128,296 (1,021.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x923 (16.4%)5,145 (41.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x779 (13.8%)3,788 (30.1%)
4.0x or more1,852 (32.9%)1,823 (14.5%)
Total5,635 (100.0%)12,562 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Des Moines

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Des Moines
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800262 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499179 (3.2%)134 (1.1%)
$800 to $1,4995,039 (89.4%)440 (3.5%)
Total5,635 (100.0%)12,562 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in West Des Moines

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Des Moines

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Des Moines
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years4,639 (97.9%)99 (2.1%)
6 to 18 Years10,191 (98.9%)110 (1.1%)
19 to 25 Years5,977 (91.4%)561 (8.6%)
26 to 34 Years10,823 (93.6%)734 (6.4%)
35 to 44 Years8,919 (95.2%)448 (4.8%)
45 to 54 Years7,958 (96.0%)332 (4.0%)
55 to 64 Years7,762 (96.6%)272 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years5,531 (99.5%)27 (0.5%)
75 Years and older4,001 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total65,801 (96.2%)2,583 (3.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Des Moines

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Des Moines
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born4,639 (97.9%)99 (2.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen10,191 (98.9%)110 (1.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen5,977 (91.4%)561 (8.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Des Moines

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Des Moines
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0004,254 (88.2%)571 (11.8%)
$25,000 to $49,9998,815 (93.7%)591 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9999,094 (95.9%)391 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9998,969 (98.8%)110 (1.2%)
$100,000 and over34,624 (97.5%)903 (2.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Des Moines

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Des Moines
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,456 (30.7%)3,369 (71.1%)
6 to 18 Years2,373 (23.0%)8,174 (79.3%)
19 to 25 Years724 (11.1%)5,514 (84.3%)
25 to 34 Years1,397 (12.1%)9,922 (85.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,070 (11.4%)8,077 (86.2%)
45 to 54 Years719 (8.7%)7,489 (90.3%)
55 to 64 Years1,141 (14.2%)7,060 (87.9%)
65 to 74 Years5,196 (93.5%)3,425 (61.6%)
75 Years and over3,958 (98.9%)2,742 (68.5%)
Total18,034 (26.4%)55,772 (81.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Des Moines

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Des Moines
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years69 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years106 (2.0%)130 (2.5%)
18 to 34 Years925 (9.8%)489 (5.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,044 (7.9%)699 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years549 (21.4%)667 (22.3%)
75 Years and over601 (38.4%)1,037 (42.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in West Des Moines

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in West Des Moines: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)16 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years130 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years416 (3.2%)171 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years367 (14.3%)204 (6.8%)
75 Years and over384 (24.5%)324 (13.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in West Des Moines: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years69 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)4 (0.1%)
18 to 34 Years40 (0.4%)34 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years278 (2.1%)225 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years127 (5.0%)17 (0.6%)
75 Years and over42 (2.7%)250 (10.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in West Des Moines: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years82 (1.5%)130 (2.5%)
18 to 34 Years664 (7.0%)358 (3.9%)
35 to 64 Years308 (2.3%)255 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years116 (4.5%)69 (2.3%)
75 Years and over102 (6.5%)231 (9.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in West Des Moines: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years24 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years139 (1.5%)50 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years341 (2.6%)339 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years70 (2.7%)449 (15.0%)
75 Years and over380 (24.3%)866 (35.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in West Des Moines: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years24 (0.4%)19 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years112 (1.2%)47 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years169 (1.3%)60 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years19 (0.7%)142 (4.7%)
75 Years and over125 (8.0%)163 (6.7%)

Technology Access in West Des Moines

Computing Device Access in West Des Moines

Computing Device Access in West Des Moines
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop26,90986.0%
Smartphone29,14793.1%
Tablet21,75969.5%
No Computing Device8652.8%
Total31,307100.0%

Internet Access in West Des Moines

Internet Access in West Des Moines
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet310.1%
Broadband Home25,04680.0%
Cellular Data Only2,7158.7%
Satellite Internet2,7088.6%
No Internet2,4027.7%
Total31,307100.0%

West Des Moines Summary

West Des Moines, Iowa is a city located in the state of Iowa in the United States. It is the second largest city in the state and is located in the Des Moines metropolitan area. The city is located in the western part of the state, just west of the Des Moines River. The city has a population of approximately 60,000 people and is the tenth largest city in the state.

Geography

West Des Moines is located in the western part of the state of Iowa, just west of the Des Moines River. The city is located in the Des Moines metropolitan area and is bordered by the cities of Clive, Urbandale, and Windsor Heights. The city is located in the Des Moines-West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is part of the larger Des Moines-Ames-West Des Moines Combined Statistical Area. The city is located in the Central Time Zone and has a total area of 28.3 square miles.

History

West Des Moines was founded in 1845 by settlers from the east. The city was originally known as Valley Junction and was a small farming community. In the late 19th century, the city began to grow and develop as a railroad hub. The city was officially incorporated in 1893 and was renamed West Des Moines in 1902. The city continued to grow and develop throughout the 20th century and is now a major commercial and residential center in the state.

Economy

West Des Moines is a major economic center in the state of Iowa. The city is home to a number of major employers, including Wells Fargo, Hy-Vee, and Principal Financial Group. The city is also home to a number of retail and entertainment venues, including Jordan Creek Town Center and Valley West Mall. The city is also home to a number of corporate headquarters, including the headquarters of the Principal Financial Group and the headquarters of the Meredith Corporation.

Demographics

West Des Moines has a population of approximately 60,000 people. The city has a median household income of $68,000 and a median home value of $220,000. The city is predominantly white, with a population that is 79.3% white, 8.2% Hispanic or Latino, 5.3% African American, and 4.2% Asian. The city also has a large population of foreign-born residents, with a population that is 8.3% foreign-born. The city also has a large population of college-educated residents, with a population that is 44.3% college-educated.

Conclusion

West Des Moines, Iowa is a major city in the state of Iowa. The city is located in the western part of the state, just west of the Des Moines River. The city has a population of approximately 60,000 people and is the tenth largest city in the state. The city is a major economic center in the state and is home to a number of major employers, including Wells Fargo, Hy-Vee, and Principal Financial Group. The city is predominantly white, with a population that is 79.3% white, 8.2% Hispanic or Latino, 5.3% African American, and 4.2% Asian. The city also has a large population of foreign-born residents, with a population that is 8.3% foreign-born. The city also has a large population of college-educated residents, with a population that is 44.3% college-educated.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of West Des Moines?
Total Population of West Des Moines is 68,744.
What is the Total Male Population of West Des Moines?
Total Male Population of West Des Moines is 34,404.
What is the Total Female Population of West Des Moines?
Total Female Population of West Des Moines is 34,340.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in West Des Moines?
There are 100.19 Males per 100 Females in West Des Moines.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in West Des Moines?
There are 99.81 Females per 100 Males in West Des Moines.
What is the Median Population Age in West Des Moines?
Median Population Age in West Des Moines is 36.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in West Des Moines
Average Family Size in West Des Moines is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in West Des Moines
Average Household Size in West Des Moines is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in West Des Moines?
Per Capita income in West Des Moines is $53,803.
What is the Median Family Income in West Des Moines?
Median Family Income in West Des Moines is $114,800.
What is the Median Household income in West Des Moines?
Median Household Income in West Des Moines is $82,345.
What is Income or Wage Gap in West Des Moines?
Income or Wage Gap in West Des Moines is 28.8%.
Women in West Des Moines earn 71.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in West Des Moines?
Family Income Deficit in West Des Moines is $10,752.
Families that are below poverty line in West Des Moines earn $10,752 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in West Des Moines?
Inequality or Gini Index in West Des Moines is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in West Des Moines?
There are 41,408 People in the Labor Forcein in West Des Moines.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in West Des Moines?
74.1% of People are in the Labor Force in West Des Moines.
What is the Unemployment Rate in West Des Moines?
Unemployment Rate in West Des Moines is 2.8%.