Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Des Moines.
Updated July 2026
Des Moines, IA has 19 licensed assisted living homes (0 beds, averaging — per home). It sits in Polk County, a strong RAL market scoring 9.5/10, with 27,261 seniors 75+ growing 10.4%.
Licensed homes
19
Des Moines
Licensed beds
0
total
Avg home size
— beds
per home
County opportunity
9.5/10
Strong
The Des Moines assisted living market
Des Moines has 19 licensed assisted living homes totaling 0 beds — an average of — beds per home, skewing toward small residential (RAL-style) homes. As part of Polk County, it draws on a 75+ population of 27,261 growing 10.4%, with a senior median income of $59,099. See the full Polk County market or all Iowa top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Des Moines, IA?
Des Moines has 19 licensed assisted living homes with about 0 total beds.
Is Des Moines a good place to open an assisted living home?
Des Moines is in Polk County, which scores 9.5/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 10.4%. Current local supply is 19 homes.
What county is Des Moines in?
Des Moines is in Polk County, Iowa.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Iowa licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-07. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.