Wikipedia: Des Moines County, Iowa
- Encyclopedia article highlights geography, demographics and localities. Includes maps.
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Des_Moines_County,_Iowa

City-Data.com: Des Moines County, Iowa
- Profiles population demographics, jobs, housing, agriculture and crime statistics. Contains a list of recreational areas, churches, cemeteries, post offices, charts, graphs and maps.
- http://www.city-data.com/county/Des_Moines_County-IA.html

Des Moines County, Iowa - US Census Bureau
- Provides population, demographic, and housing information.
- http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/19/19057.html

Des Moines County, Iowa Government
- Official website features a listing of county departments and elected officials, directory of services, job opportunities, news and holiday schedule.
- http://www.co.des-moines.ia.us/

Iowa State University Extension - Des Moines County
- Offers agricultural, business, family and 4-H programs and resources. Includes staff directory, news, events, hours and directions. Located in Burlington.
- http://www.extension.iastate.edu/desmoines/

Des Moines County Conservation Board
- Acquires and maintains county-owned natural areas for the benefit of the area's residents. Contains calendar of activities, camping and river access map, and park descriptions. Located in West Burlington.
- http://www.dmcconservation.com/