Grimes, IA is a small town located north of Des Moines, Iowa in the Polk County area. The town of Grimes has a population of approximately 9,500 people. Despite its small size, Grimes offers many public transportation options to its residents. There are several bus routes operated by DART (Des Moines Area Regional Transit), which provide direct service to downtown Des Moines as well as other cities within the metro area. Additionally, there is an on-demand transportation service called TMA OnCall that can be used for trips within city limits and surrounding areas. For those who prefer to travel by bike, there are plenty of trails and paths around town for cycling enthusiasts. Whether you’re looking for a way to get around town or want an alternative mode of transportation to Des Moines, Grimes has you covered.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Grimes takes 23.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Grimes get to work:
- 92.3% drive their own car alone
- 4.0% carpool with others
- 2.6% work from home
- 0.1% take mass transit