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Best Assisted Living Facilities in West Des Moines, IA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the West Des Moines, IA area.

We found 38 communities near West Des Moines, IA
Holland Farms

Holland Farms

2800 Sunset Dr, Norwalk, IA 50211 (6.6 mi from city center)
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Independence Village of Waukee

Independence Village of Waukee

1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, Waukee, IA 50263 (6.7 mi from city center)
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Bickford of Urbandale

Bickford of Urbandale

5915 Sutton Place, Urbandale, IA 50322 (7 mi from city center)
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Thomas Place at Waukee

Thomas Place at Waukee

560 SE Brick Dr, Waukee, IA 50263 (7.1 mi from city center)
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Attivo Trail Waukee

Attivo Trail Waukee

835 NE Boston Parkway, Waukee, IA 50263 (7.6 mi from city center)
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Edencrest at Green Meadows

Edencrest at Green Meadows

6750 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA 50131 (8 mi from city center)
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Meadowview of Johnston

Meadowview of Johnston

5555 Pioneer Parkway, Johnston, IA 50131 (8 mi from city center)
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The Rose of East Des Moines

The Rose of East Des Moines

1331 Idaho Street, Des Moines, IA 50316 (8 mi from city center)
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Alice Place Apartments

Alice Place Apartments

255 SE Brick, Waukee, IA 50263 (8.2 mi from city center)
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Edencrest at Riverwoods

Edencrest at Riverwoods

2210 East Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320 (8.4 mi from city center)
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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center

5837 Winwood Dr, Johnston, IA 50131 (8.4 mi from city center)
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Addington Place of Des Moines

Addington Place of Des Moines

5815 SE 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50320 (9.1 mi from city center)
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Home Care Assistance Des Moines

Home Care Assistance Des Moines

9250 University Ave, Ste 116, West Des Moines, IA 50266 (9.2 mi from city center)
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  • Holland Farms
  • Independence Village of Waukee
  • Bickford of Urbandale
  • Thomas Place at Waukee
  • Attivo Trail Waukee
  • Edencrest at Green Meadows
  • Meadowview of Johnston
  • The Rose of East Des Moines
  • Alice Place Apartments
  • Edencrest at Riverwoods
  • Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
  • Addington Place of Des Moines
  • Home Care Assistance Des Moines

Senior Living Statistics for West Des Moines, Iowa

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in West Des Moines varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in West Des Moines
Assisted Living $4,366
Memory Care $4,373
Independent Living $2,888
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,440
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,784
Nursing Home: Studio $5,006
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,478
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in West Des Moines


In 2024, the cost of living in West Des Moines includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
West Des Moines $4,366
Des Moines $4,313
Windsor Heights $4,280

Here is how the cost of living in West Des Moines compares to Iowa and the national average:
Area Average Cost
West Des Moines $4,366
Iowa $4,268
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in West Des Moines


Number of senior living facilities in:

West Des Moines

10

Surrounding Area

65

Iowa

230

West Des Moines Demographics


Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of West Des Moines, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.

Population:

West Des Moines has a population of 33,222.
  • 48.4% Male
  • 51.6% Female

Marital Status:

  • 49.5% Married
  • 13% Divorced
  • 32.6% Never Married
  • 4.9% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 34.4% of the population.
  • 12.4% in their 50s
  • 11.5% in their 60s
  • 7.5% in their 70s
  • 3% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 80.6% White
  • 5.5% Black
  • 5.4% Asian
  • 0% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 2% Identifying as Other
  • 6.5% Mixed Race
  • 6.6% Hispanic

Cities Near West Des Moines

Not set on West Des Moines? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
Ankeny $4,451
Des Moines $4,313
Urbandale $4,359
City Average Cost
Waukee $4,405
Indianola $4,634
Johnston $4,409
City Average Cost
Norwalk $4,369
Perry $4,457

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.