Wikipedia - Des Moines, Iowa
- Hyperlinked encyclopedia article about the city includes information about the geography, demographics, economy, government, education, culture, sports and notable natives.
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Des_Moines,_Iowa

Des Moines, Iowa - US Census Bureau
- Provides population, demographic, and housing information.
- http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/19/1921000.html

absolutedsm.com
- Showcases the metropolitan area's architecture and built environment through photographs. Includes general facts and statistics, development news and discussion forum.
- http://www.absolutedsm.com/

City-Data.com: Des Moines, Iowa
- Profiles housing, population demographics, jobs, weather and climate tables. Contains a list of area hospitals, schools, airports, radio and TV broadcast stations, photographs and maps.
- http://www.city-data.com/city/Des-Moines-Iowa.html