Dallas Center is a city in Dallas County, Iowa, United States. The population was 1,901 during the 2020 census. It is part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Dallas Center got its start in the year 1869, following construction of the railroad through the territory. It was named for United States Vice President George M. Dallas.

Dallas Center was incorporated on March 22, 1880.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , all land.

Dallas Center is located west-northwest of Des Moines and west of Grimes.

Demographics