West Des Moines, IA vs Yukon, OK
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
West Des Moines
77.1
#283 nationally
Yukon
78
#206 nationally
West Des Moines leads in average commute (17.8 min vs 21.9 min). Yukon leads in cost of living index (93 vs 103). West Des Moines leads in median household income ($82,345 vs $75,865).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | West Des Moines, IA | Yukon, OK |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#283) | 78 (#206) |
| Population | 72,205 | 26,388 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $325,031 | $276,382 |
| Median Household Income | $82,345 | $75,865 |
| Average Commute | 17.8 min | 21.9 min |
| Walk Score | 34 | 34 |
| Crime Level | 4.5 | 4.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 93 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.9 | R+40.4 |
C+
77.1 Score
West Des Moines, IA
Iowa community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$325,031
Population
72,205
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
34
Midwest
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C+
78 Score
Yukon, OK
Small Oklahoma city with local appeal
Median Home
$276,382
Population
26,388
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
34
Southwest
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