Des Moines, WA is a city located in King County that has a population of around 30,000 residents. With its convenient location by the Puget Sound and nearby cities like Federal Way and Tacoma, transportation options are plentiful for Des Moines residents. Public transportation in the area consists of Metro Transit buses to get around the city as well as express buses to other nearby cities. For those who prefer rail travel, there is also an Amtrak station located in Des Moines with several daily trips along the Pacific Coast route. The Link Light Rail system is also a great way to get around and provides service from downtown Seattle to SeaTac Airport that stops at several stations throughout Des Moines. Additionally, there are a variety of taxi and ride-sharing services available which provide convenient options for getting around town or out to the surrounding areas.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Des Moines takes 30.7 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Des Moines get to work:
- 71.9% drive their own car alone
- 11.9% carpool with others
- 5.8% work from home
- 8.5% take mass transit