West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines is a city in Polk County, Iowa, with an estimated population of 72,205 in 2023. It sits at 41.5499, -93.7814 in the America/Chicago time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | West Des Moines |
| Type | city |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Polk County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 72,205 |
| Land area | 47.29 sq mi (122.49 km²) |
| Coordinates | 41.5499, -93.7814 |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| ZIP codes | 50265, 50266 |
| Telephone area codes | 515 |
This place also extends into Dallas County, Warren County, Madison County.
ZIP codes and area codes for West Des Moines
West Des Moines covers 2 ZIP codes: 50265, 50266. Telephone area codes serving the area: 515. Browse all ZIP codes in Iowa for the full list.
Where is West Des Moines?
West Des Moines is located in Iowa, in Polk County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Clive 7 km · IACumming 7 km · IAWindsor Heights 8 km · IAWaukee 10 km · IAUrbandale 10 km · IANorwalk 10 km · IAVan Meter 14 km · IAGrimes 14 km · IA
Other places in Polk County
Des Moines 210,381Ankeny 74,458Urbandale 46,729Johnston 24,640Altoona 21,698Clive 19,005Grimes 16,362Pleasant Hill 11,617Bondurant 8,959Polk City 6,303
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Frequently asked questions
What county is West Des Moines, IA in?
West Des Moines is in Polk County, Iowa.
What is the population of West Des Moines, IA?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 72,205.
What time zone is West Des Moines in?
West Des Moines is in the America/Chicago time zone.