Statistics

Greater Des Moines is home to many successful businesses and the region has received numerous accolades over the past several years. These recognitions include being named the #2 Top Metro for Economic Development Projects among metros with populations between 200,000 and 1 million by Site Selection Magazine's 2025 Governor's Cup and one of Forbes' top Places for Business and Careers. Such accomplishments can be attributed to Greater Des Moines' talented workforce, impressive education ranking and strong business economy. 

Here you will find high level statistics about Greater Des Moines. You can also access the Data Hub, which is your source for economic, demographic and workforce data and visualizations for Greater Des Moines and the counties within the region. Find thousands of data points on economic indicators ranging from growth in the workforce to population change to the number of building permits.

For detailed reporting and local insights, connect with the Greater Des Moines Partnership Economic Development team and access a wide range of services and expertise to support your research.