Des Moines township, Iowa
Des Moines township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Des Moines township is a geographic entity located in Van Buren County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 280. The land area covers 48.08 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | ±140 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 28.2 yrs | ±5.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 90 | ±40 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 147 | ±67 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 90 | ±40 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 57 | ±58 |
| Median Home Value | $281,700 | ±$125,191 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $38,851 | ±$10,807 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.7% | ±14% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 44 | ±45 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±6.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 158 | ±82 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 63.3% | ±21.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF VAN BUREN
GUS Population: 7,217 (2024)
ID: 204453
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY AUDITOR
PO BOX 475, KEOSAUQUA IA 52565-0475
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Des Moines | 06-08 | Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Des Moines | KG-05 | Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Des Moines | 06-08 | Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Des Moines | PK-05 | Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Des Moines | PK-05 | Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Des Moines | KG-05 | Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Des Moines | PK-06 | Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Des Moines | PK-04 | Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Des Moines | PK-08 | Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Des Moines | PK-05 | Des Moines, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Maharishi International University
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College | 24.5 mi away | 1000 North 4th Street, Fairfield, IA, 52557 |
64147270001242
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CANTRIL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 104 W 3RD ST, CANTRIL, IA, 52542 |
(319) 397-2366
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KEOSAUQUA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 608 1ST ST, KEOSAUQUA, IA, 52565 |
(319) 293-3766
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MILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 422 N MAIN, MILTON, IA, 52570 |
(641) 656-4611
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BONAPARTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 602 8TH ST, SUITE 111, BONAPARTE, IA, 52620 |
(319) 592-3677
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FARMINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 205 ELM, FARMINGTON, IA, 52626 |
(319) 878-3702
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BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 301 E MAIN ST, BIRMINGHAM, IA, 52535 |
(319) 498-4423
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STOCKPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 113 BESWICK ST, STOCKPORT, IA, 52651 |
(319) 796-4681
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SCOTLAND COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 306 W MADISON ST, MEMPHIS, MO, 63555 |
(660) 465-7042
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HILLSBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 100 W COMMERCIAL, HILLSBORO, IA, 52630 |
(319) 253-4000
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at KEOSAUQUA, IA US, located 5.3 miles from Des Moines township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.0° | 13.8° | 22.9° | 1.50" | 7.3" |
| February | 36.8° | 17.0° | 26.9° | 2.11" | 5.3" |
| March | 50.1° | 28.5° | 39.3° | 2.45" | 2.7" |
| April | 62.9° | 39.3° | 51.1° | 3.64" | 0.9" |
| May | 72.7° | 50.6° | 61.7° | 5.67" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.8° | 60.3° | 71.1° | 5.29" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.9° | 64.5° | 75.2° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.5° | 62.2° | 73.4° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.5° | 53.2° | 65.3° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.6° | 41.7° | 53.1° | 2.97" | 0.2" |
| November | 49.4° | 29.2° | 39.3° | 2.35" | 1.1" |
| December | 36.9° | 19.6° | 28.3° | 1.96" | 5.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cantril city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Mount Sterling CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Keosauqua city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Milton city | City | 8.0 mi | — |
| Bonaparte city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Leando CDP | CDP | 11.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1917790990. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.