Van Meter, IA is a small town located in Dallas County with a population of 1,528 people. It is situated in close proximity to larger cities such as Des Moines, Ames, and Ankeny. Van Meter is known for its friendly atmosphere and vibrant community. Local businesses include the Van Meter Cafe, Van Meter Snow Removal Service and the Van Meter Community Library. There are many year-round outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy such as fishing at nearby lakes or hiking at Camp Grove Park. Other organizations in town include the Van Meter Lions Club as well as the local youth sports organization which offers soccer, baseball and basketball teams throughout the year. One of the major sporting events in Van Meter is the annual Harvest Festival which takes place in September every year and features live music performances and food vendors from around Iowa.
The population in Van Meter is 1,528. There are 760 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Van Meter is 37.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Van Meter is 3.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Van Meter
- 64.6% are married
- 14.2% are divorced
- 36.5% are married with children
- 19.8% have children, but are single
Race in Van Meter
- 96.5% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.1% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander