West Des Moines, IA
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The FactBook is our comprehensive guide to city data. We update this report regularly to provide a clear snapshot of our community's growth and trends.
Explore the FactBook to:
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Analyze Population & Housing: Review current Census estimates, housing comparisons, and local crime statistics.
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Track Construction Activity: View residential and commercial development trends and property valuations.
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Review Education & Income: Access school enrollment data and local income comparisons.
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Evaluate Taxes: Find property tax rates, sales tax data, and property valuations.
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View Growth Projections: See 20-year projections for population and jobs organized by Traffic Analysis Zones.
Note: We update specific pages within the Population and Construction sections at the start of every month. The rest of the document is updated as new data becomes available.
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Explore Local Data & Trends
Use these external resources to find the latest statistics on the West Des Moines workforce and economy.
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Track Monthly Unemployment : Visit Iowa Workforce Development to see current employment trends and monthly jobless rates. -
Review the 2023 Laborshed Area Executive Summary (PDF) : Access a snapshot of the local labor market, including workforce size and commuting patterns. -
Compare Occupational Wages : View 2022 wage rates and employment data for the Des Moines metro area, organized by industry. -
Monitor Monthly Building Permits : Monitor Monthly Building Permits: Check the latest report of residential and commercial permits processed by our Building Inspection Division. -
Analyze Retail Trade Data (PDF) : Review the Iowa State Retail Trade Analysis to see why West Des Moines remains a premier regional shopping destination.
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