Des Moines city, Iowa
Official LSAD Designation: Des Moines city • Census GEOID: 1921000
• Polk County / Warren County
Economy & Workforce Profile
Income, poverty, and workforce indicators for Des Moines city.
| Economic Indicator | Estimate | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,932 | ±$1,922 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,863 | ±$917 |
| Poverty Rate | 15% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 31,077 | ±2,258 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±0.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 113,468 | ±1,835 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.8% | ±0.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).