Polk City vs Des Moines: Housing
| Polk City | Des Moines | |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $414,800 | $194,700 |
| Median Gross Rent | $782/mo | $1,090/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 89.1% | 60.5% |
| Rent as Share of Income | 5.7% | 19.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.