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Retirement Living In Des Moines County - Iowa


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Area Description

Des Moines County is located on the banks of the Mississippi River in the southeastern corner of Iowa. With rolling hills and broad stretches of flat plain. The natural setting provides ample opportunity for outdoor recreation and scenic home sites.

It is busy and progressive County with activities and events year round. Catch a minor league baseball game, explore our 30 parks and natural areas, spend the day at one of our recreational attractions or kick back and relax at one of the area pools. Couples can stroll through the downtown while browsing a number of boutique specialty shops and enjoy an evening at the newly renovated Capitol Theater. Stop at one of the area museums, talk a walk along the mighty Mississippi riverfront, or visit one of three 18 hole golf courses.

Des Moines County is blessed with great local cuisine, rich history, exquisite architecture contemporary attractions. unmatched views, arts and culture are some of the reasons to locate and visit Des Moines County.

Includes Cities/Towns: Burlington, Danville, Mediapolis, Middletown, West Burlington.

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Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness


    There are many events offered in Des Moines County throughout the year. To name a few: Strong Cars for Strong Kids Car Show, Annual Genealogy Workshop, Art & Artifacts, Burlington Area YMCA Comedy Night, Burlington Monster Match, Burlington Municipal Band, Burlington Steamboat Days, Burlington Youth Triathlon, Buy, Sell, & Trade Flea Market, Canoe at Big Hollow, Chocoholic Frolic,Eagle Watch, Camping/Fishing, Friday Fest, Great River Bridge Race, Home & Garden Show, Lake Geode Challenge, Lighted Holiday Parade, Living Windows, Oktoberfest, Snake Alley Art Fair, Snake Alley Criterium , Spring Classical Concert-performed by Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra,
Taste of Fine Wine, Arts & Ale, West Burlington Fourth of July Celebration
Winter Classical Concert-performed by Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra.

Cultural Activities


With the renovated Capitol Theater and the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra. There is no lack of activities to attend. Check out the events scheduled at the Burlington Memorial Auditorium for concerts, musicals, and comedians!

Public transportation


The Southeast Iowa Region BUS provided transportation is a prior 10 minute call to: Fort Madison, Keokuk, Mount Pleasant, Columbus Junction, Grandview, Wapello, Morning Sun, Mediapolis.

The medical shuttle travels to Iowa City hospitals (University, Mercy, Veterans, etc.) on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week, excluding holidays. Our buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts and are driven by experienced and helpful employees. The medical shuttle can also provide a safe, comfortable, economical way to shop the malls in Iowa City. Arrangements must be made with the SEIBUS scheduler at 1-866-753-5107 no later than 2:00 pm the day prior to departure.

Medical Facilities


Great River Medical Center is a 378-bed regional medical center offering acute and intermediate care to residents of southeast Iowa, west-central Illinois and northeast Missouri. The hospital offers comprehensive medical and extensive surgical services. Great River Medical Center annually admits more than 6,500 patients and logs more than 190,000 outpatient visits.

The hospital’s new 160-bed Klein Center offers long-term and skilled care on the hospital’s campus. The Cancer Center, which provides medical and radiation therapy services for the treatment of various forms of cancer and blood diseases, offers the latest three-dimensional treatment-planning computer technology available in only a few health-care centers in the state. The new Wellness Plaza is home to one of the state’s premier rehabilitation and fitness programs.

More than 120 physicians and 1,900 employees share Great River Health Systems’ commitment to excellence in patient care and community service.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Des Moines County, Iowa?

For those of you that retire in Des Moines County, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 20's and highs in the mid 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 10's. You may have a few days below 0°. Expect some rainy days in the winter. Assume a few days of snow with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Des Moines County such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Des Moines County!

Summertime in Des Moines County is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 70's and highs in the mid 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 60's. Expect some days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.

If you retire in Des Moines County, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the mid 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  16 F°  24 F°  33 F°
 Feb  20 F°  29 F°  38 F°
 Mar  31 F°  40 F°  50 F°
 Apr  42 F°  53 F°  63 F°
 May  53 F°  63 F°  73 F°
 Jun  62 F°  72 F°  82 F°
 Jul  66 F°  76 F°  86 F°
 Aug  65 F°  74 F°  84 F°
 Sep  56 F°  66 F°  77 F°
 Oct  44 F°  54 F°  65 F°
 Nov  32 F°  41 F°  50 F°
 Dec  20 F°  28 F°  36 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  28  4
 Feb  0  24  2
 Mar  0  18  0
 Apr  0  4  0
 May  1  0  0
 Jun  4  0  0
 Jul  8  0  0
 Aug  6  0  0
 Sep  2  0  0
 Oct  0  3  0
 Nov  0  15  0
 Dec  0  27  2

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  1 "  7  18 %
 Feb  2 "  7  22 %
 Mar  3 "  9  30 %
 Apr  4 "  11  39 %
 May  5 "  12  50 %
 Jun  5 "  10  61 %
 Jul  4 "  10  66 %
 Aug  4 "  9  65 %
 Sep  4 "  8  56 %
 Oct  3 "  8  43 %
 Nov  3 "  8  33 %
 Dec  2 "  8  23 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  7 "  15  4
 Feb  6 "  10  4
 Mar  2 "  3  1
 Apr  1 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  1 "  1  1
 Dec  7 "  9  4


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Cost of Living for Des Moines County, IA

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Senior Housing Options

Whether you are looking for an apartment, house, hotel or camp ground, Des Moines County offers a variety of housing options to choose from.

Senior Assistance in Des Moines County, IA

Des Moines County, Iowa offers the following assistance for seniors:
The Senior Center is located in picturesque downtown Burlington. There are plenty of clubs that offer live music and dance for seniors and transportation is available around town.

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Des Moines County Offer For Retirees?

There are many volunteer opportunities in Des Moines County. Volunteer at the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is an incorporated non-profit agency that offers persons age 55 and older the opportunity to serve their community in a variety of volunteer assignments. Or at the State Welcome Center welcoming visitors to our area. Clubs and community projects that can use volunteers are not hard to find.

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