Des Moines, IA

Center of It All

Explore the many benefits of Iowa's capital city.

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Des Moines, IA

As the capital of Iowa and a major headquarters for insurance, finance and publishing, Des Moines ranks as one of the wealthiest cities in the United States. Considered a cultural center of the state, Des Moines hosts the first caucuses of the presidential primary cycle. Gracing the community are 76 parks, three golf courses and three family aquatic centers, and the health industry is well represented by four major hospitals and a cancer center.

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Average Commute
19 minutes
Median Home Value
$191,340
Median Household Income
$54,843
Total Population
215,408
Median Property Tax
$2,947

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