Data updated April 2026 - Source: Zillow Research
About Des Moines
The most populated towns are Burlington, West Burlington, and Mediapolis.
Data comes from public sources including the U.S. Census Bureau, the National Center for Education Statistics, the FBI, the EPA, Zillow, and Redfin. Source attribution is shown on each metric.
Towns in Des Moines
17 towns, by population.
Des Moines at a glance: frequently asked questions
- What state is Des Moines in?
- Des Moines is in Iowa.
- How many towns are in Des Moines?
- Des Moines contains 17 towns and municipalities. Click any town below or on the map to see its housing, school, and crime data.
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