Des Moines
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| Des Moines | |
|---|---|
| Name | Des Moines |
| Settlement type | Capital city |
| Nickname | "The 515", "DSM" |
| Motto | "A City for People" |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | Iowa |
| Subdivision type2 | Counties |
| Subdivision name2 | Polk, Warren |
| Established title | Founded |
| Established date | 1843 |
| Established title2 | Incorporated |
| Established date2 | 1851 |
| Government type | Mayor–Council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Connie Boesen |
| Area total km2 | 234.0 |
| Area total sq mi | 90.65 |
| Area land km2 | 230.2 |
| Area land sq mi | 88.88 |
| Area water km2 | 3.8 |
| Area water sq mi | 1.47 |
| Elevation m | 291 |
| Elevation ft | 955 |
| Population total | 214,133 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density km2 | 930.2 |
| Population density sq mi | 2409.1 |
| Timezone | CST |
| Utc offset | -6 |
| Timezone DST | CDT |
| Utc offset DST | -5 |
| Coordinates | 41, 35, 27, N... |
| Postal code type | ZIP Codes |
| Postal code | 50301-50340, 50347, 50359, 50360, 50367, 50368, 50380, 50391, 50392, 50393, 50394, 50395, 50396, 50397, 50398 |
| Area code | 515 |
| Website | www.dsm.city |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 19-21000 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 0465961 |
Des Moines. It is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Iowa. Situated at the confluence of the Des Moines River and Raccoon River, it serves as the political, economic, and cultural hub of the state. The city is a major center for the insurance industry and hosts influential political events like the Iowa caucuses.
History
The area was originally inhabited by the Meskwaki people before the establishment of Fort Des Moines in 1843. The city's growth accelerated after being designated the state capital in 1857, moving from Iowa City. The late 19th century saw expansion driven by the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad and the development of the Iowa State Capitol building. The 20th century was marked by its rise as a corporate center, with companies like Equitable of Iowa and the founding of the Better Homes and Gardens magazine. Key events include the 1948 Floyd of Rosedale football game controversy and the 1993 Great Flood of 1993.
Geography
The city lies within the Des Moines lobe region of the Central United States. Its topography is defined by rolling hills and river valleys, with major waterways including the Des Moines River and Raccoon River. Notable geographic features include Gray's Lake and the extensive trail system of the Des Moines Metropolitan Area. The climate is classified as humid continental, with influences from the Tornado Alley region, leading to hot summers and cold winters.
Demographics
According to the United States Census Bureau, the population was 214,133 as of the 2020 United States census. The racial composition is diverse, with significant communities including non-Hispanic white, African American, and Hispanic or Latino residents. The Des Moines metropolitan area encompasses several counties, including Polk and Warren, and is home to one of the largest Bosnian refugee populations in the United States.
Economy
It is a national powerhouse for the insurance industry, hosting the headquarters of major firms like Principal Financial Group, Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, and Erie Insurance. Other significant sectors include financial services, with entities like the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago branch, and agricultural business, anchored by the World Food Prize and companies such as Pioneer Hi-Bred. The Des Moines International Airport and major employers like MercyOne and UnityPoint Health support a robust service economy.
Culture
The city boasts a vibrant arts scene centered on the Des Moines Civic Center and institutions like the Des Moines Art Center. Annual events include the Des Moines Arts Festival, the Iowa State Fair, and the World Pork Expo. It is home to the Iowa Cubs, the Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs, playing at Principal Park. Higher education is represented by Drake University, known for the Drake Relays, and Des Moines University. Media outlets include the *Des Moines Register* and WHO-DT.
Government
It operates under a mayor-council system. The current mayor is Connie Boesen, and the city council is elected from various wards. As the state capital, it houses the Iowa General Assembly, the Iowa Supreme Court, and the office of the Governor of Iowa. Key civic buildings include the Iowa State Capitol and the Polk County Courthouse. The city also plays a critical role in national politics as the host of the first-in-the-nation Iowa caucuses.
Category:Des Moines, Iowa Category:State capitals in the United States Category:Populated places established in 1843