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Census Bureau reports Des Moines population was 215,408 in 2020

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Des Moines had a population of 215,408 people in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Des Moines Sun.

The median age was 34, with 50.9 percent of the total population being female and 49.1 percent male.

The state's total population in 2020 was 3,150,011.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau’s American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed.

Des Moines population by sex

Estimated NumberPercent of total population
Male105,82649.1
Female109,58250.9
Total Population215,408100

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