Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in West Des Moines.
Updated July 2026
West Des Moines, IA has 9 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
9
West Des Moines
Licensed beds
0
total
Avg home size
— beds
per home
County opportunity
9.5/10
Strong
The West Des Moines assisted living market
West Des Moines has 9 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 West Des Moines, IA?
West Des Moines has 9 licensed assisted living homes with about 0 total beds.
Is West Des Moines a good place to open an assisted living home?
West 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 9 homes.
What county is West Des Moines in?
West 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.