How much will it cost me to park in Des Moines?

Plan on $120 to $160 a month for a typical spot as of September 2026. Cheaper lots sit outside the core, and reserved, covered, or 24/7 spots run above that.

Is Des Moines expensive for parking?

Des Moines ranks #68 of 100 cities tracked, 14% below the national average.

Do fleets pay the same rates?

Up to a few dozen vehicles at one site, fleet rates track these consumer rates closely. Larger fleets, oversized vehicles, and secured lots are priced differently.

What affects the price?

Locations near airports, stadiums, and other high-demand areas tend to cost more. So do valet-only locations, lots that only offer reserved spots, covered or indoor garages, and 24/7 access. Uncovered, ungated lots are usually the least expensive, along with self-park locations a few blocks outside the core.

How is this information collected?

We collect monthly parking rates from thousands of commercial garages and lots every month using publicly available data.

How Much Does Monthly Parking Cost in Des Moines, IA?

As of September 2026, monthly parking in Des Moines costs $120 on average.

Most spots fall between $120 and $160 a month. That places Des Moines at #68 of 100 US cities, 14% below the national average of $140.

Average monthly rate: $120; September 2026
Typical range: $120–$160; 25th to 75th percentile
National rank: #68 of 100; -14% vs. national average
30-day change: 0%; Average vs. last month
Iowa average: $120; Only city tracked in the state

Compared to similar cities

Cities with monthly rates closest to Des Moines

City	25th · average · 75th	Average	Rank
Minneapolis MN	$100 to $230, average $125	$125	#61
Cleveland OH	$82 to $180, average $124	$124	#63
Detroit MI	$98 to $180, average $124	$124	#64
San Antonio TX	$103 to $154, average $124	$124	#65
Culver City CA	$100 to $120, average $120	$120	#67
Des Moines IA	$120 to $160, average $120	$120	#68
Raleigh NC	$88 to $142, average $116	$116	#70

Trend

Average rate by month

Month	Average
September 2026	$120
August 2026	$120

Iowa

Other cities in Iowa

Des Moines is the only Iowa city in the dataset so far.

Questions

About the Des Moines numbers

How much will it cost me to park in Des Moines?: Plan on $120 to $160 a month for a typical spot as of September 2026. Cheaper lots sit outside the core, and reserved, covered, or 24/7 spots run above that.
Is Des Moines expensive for parking?: Des Moines ranks #68 of 100 cities tracked, 14% below the national average.
Do fleets pay the same rates?: Up to a few dozen vehicles at one site, fleet rates track these consumer rates closely. Larger fleets, oversized vehicles, and secured lots are priced differently.
What affects the price?: Locations near airports, stadiums, and other high-demand areas tend to cost more. So do valet-only locations, lots that only offer reserved spots, covered or indoor garages, and 24/7 access. Uncovered, ungated lots are usually the least expensive, along with self-park locations a few blocks outside the core.
How is this information collected?: We collect monthly parking rates from thousands of commercial garages and lots every month using publicly available data.

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