Des Moines, Iowa ZIP Codes
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Looking for the zip code of Des Moines, Iowa USA? You are in the right place. Des Moines uses 57 ZIP codes, ranging from 50301 to 50983, and this page lists every single one of them. Whether you need the Des Moines zip code for a package, a form, or a move, the complete, up-to-date list is right below.
There is no single zip code for Des Moines — each neighborhood and delivery area has its own. Des Moines is located primarily in Polk County, Iowa, and its ZIP codes cover downtown, residential neighborhoods, business districts, and post office boxes across the city. Find your exact code by address using the free tools on this page.
Complete List of Des Moines ZIP Codes
All 57 des moines zip codes, sorted from lowest to highest (50301 to 50983):
About Des Moines ZIP Codes
The Des Moines, Iowa zip code system covers 57 unique ZIP codes spanning 50301 to 50983. The Postal Service assigns each code to a specific delivery area, so two streets only a few blocks apart can carry different ZIP codes.
Des Moines sits mainly in Polk County, Iowa. ZIP codes here serve downtown districts, residential neighborhoods, business centers, and surrounding communities that share a Des Moines mailing address.
Mailing to Des Moines? Using the correct ZIP code — and the ZIP+4 add-on where it matters — keeps letters and packages moving without delays or returns. Before you send, you can confirm any Des Moines address with our free Address Verification tool, and find the full 9-digit code with the ZIP+4 Lookup.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many ZIP codes does Des Moines have?
Des Moines has 57 ZIP codes, ranging from 50301 to 50983. The complete list is on this page.
What is the ZIP code of Des Moines, Iowa?
There is no single ZIP code for Des Moines — the city uses 57 ZIP codes (50301 to 50983). Enter your street address in our ZIP Code by Address tool to find your exact one.
What county is Des Moines, Iowa in?
Des Moines is primarily in Polk County, Iowa.
What is the ZIP code range for Des Moines?
ZIP codes in Des Moines start at 50301 and go up to 50983. Codes are assigned by delivery area, so the lowest codes generally sit closest to the city center and rise as you move outward.
Why does Des Moines have 57 different ZIP codes?
The Postal Service creates a new ZIP code whenever a delivery area grows too large for one code to handle efficiently. A city the size of Des Moines has many delivery routes — neighborhoods, business districts, and high-volume mailers each need their own code so mail can be sorted and delivered accurately.
How do I find my ZIP+4 code in Des Moines?
Use our free ZIP+4 Lookup tool — enter your Des Moines street address to get the full 9-digit code.
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