As of 2012, Des Moines Metro Area's population is 569,633 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 18.33 percent. --------------------The median home cost in Des Moines Metro Area is $137,600. Home appreciation the last year has been 0.14 percent. --------------------Compared to the rest of the country, Des Moines Metro Area's cost of living is 10.30% Lower than the U.S. average. --------------------Des Moines Metro Area public schools spend $4,833 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $5,691. There are about 14.7 students per teacher in Des Moines Metro Area. --------------------The unemployment rate in Des Moines Metro Area is 5.30 percent(U.S. avg. is 8.60%). Recent job growth is Negative. Des Moines Metro Area jobs have Decreased by 0.16 percent.
Ranked #2 Most Secure Places to Live in the U.S. (Large Metro Areas)
Ranked #6 The Best Cities to Relocate to in America
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Ranked #19 Most Secure Places to Live 2011 (Large Metros)
Ranked #35 Best Block Party Places
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 | Average Commute time is 22 minutes. The National Average is 28 minutes. --------------------Des Moines Metro Area's Real Estate Market (click to see properties)
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• Homes from $750,001 to $1,000,000
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