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West Des Moines, Iowa: The city of West Des Moines is located at the crossroads of interstates 35 and 80. It has grown from a railroad town of just 500 residents known as Valley Junction to a hub of commerce and premier living with a population of more than 45,000. West Des Moines is now the fastest-growing city in the state -- Iowa's 11th largest by population. In addition to providing a safe, family-oriented atmosphere, the city boasts outstanding schools, convenient shopping and excellent employment opportunities, making it an ideal place to live, learn, and work.

West Des Moines has become an employment center and a shopping and entertainment destination for central Iowa. This rapid growth has been a result of carefully planned quality development. Thanks to this careful planning, companies including Wells Fargo Mortgage, Farm Bureau Insurance, Sears Credit, and the Principal Financial Group all call West Des Moines home. The city has also recently been recognized by a metro-wide publication as the best local residential community, as well as a great place to conduct business. The West Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department keeps residents active with a variety of recreational programs and parks and plenty of wide-open space.