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West Des Moines, IA Demographics & ZIP Codes
West Des Moines, Iowa demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Dallas County, Madison County…) — 5 ZIP codes — population 75,491 — median income $105,988 — avg. home value $356,975. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
75,491
Median household income (avg.)
$105,988
141% of U.S. median
Average home value
$356,975
103% of U.S. median
Average rent
$1,008
87% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
40.1
West Des Moines demographics
West Des Moines, Iowa covers 5 ZIP codes spanning Dallas County, Madison County, and 1 more county, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 75,491.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 40.1 years.
Median household income in West Des Moines
The average median household income across ZIP codes in West Des Moines, Iowa is about $105,988 — about 43% above the IA ZIP average ($74,194), and about 41% above the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 50261 is near the top at about $150,341, while 50038 is near the bottom at about $79,479.
Housing in West Des Moines
For housing in West Des Moines, Iowa, the average median home value is about $356,975 and the average median rent is about $1,008.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 50266 (about 36,770 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in West Des Moines
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50266 | West Des Moines | Dallas County | IA | 36,770 | $85,282 | $325,100 |
| 50265 | West Des Moines | Polk County | IA | 33,061 | $84,588 | $267,600 |
| 50261 | West Des Moines | Madison County | IA | 3,105 | $150,341 | $318,600 |
| 50061 | West Des Moines | Madison County | IA | 2,327 | $130,250 | $516,600 |
| 50038 | West Des Moines | Dallas County | IA | 228 | $79,479 | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of West Des Moines?
West Des Moines, Iowa has a combined ZIP-area population of about 75,491 across 5 ZIP codes (primarily Dallas County, Madison County, Polk County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in West Des Moines?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in West Des Moines, Iowa is about $105,988, about 43% above the state ZIP average ($74,194), and about 41% above the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $356,975. Among ZIPs with data, 50261 is near the top ($150,341) and 50038 is near the bottom ($79,479).
How many ZIP codes are in West Des Moines?
West Des Moines, Iowa includes 5 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for West Des Moines?
This page lists ZIP codes in West Des Moines, Iowa with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.