Neighborhood Crime Report
Columbia Heights
Des Moines, IA
A-
Crime Score
Very low crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
181
81% above avg
Robbery
110
10% above avg
Burglary
179
79% above avg
Larceny/Theft
122
22% above avg
Vehicle Theft
178
78% above avg
Demographics
$168,620
Average Home
$49,475
Average Income
155
Population
37.0
Average Age
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Columbia Heights Details
Columbia Heights, Des Moines Crime Information
Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
A-
Columbia Heights
Des Moines, IA
Crime Score: A- – Very low crime
Low
High
155
Population
$49,475
Median Income
$168,620
Median Home Value
37.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
181
Robbery
110
Burglary
179
Larceny/Theft
122
Vehicle Theft
178
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$168,620
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
69.6%
Renter Occupied
30.4%
Cost of Living
↓
17% lower than national average
🏠 Housing
-16%
🛒 Food & Groceries
-15%
🚗 Transportation
-16%
🏥 Healthcare
-15%
💡 Utilities
-14%
Demographics
Education Level
38.7%
High School+
6.5%
Bachelor's+
1.6%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
82.0%
Black/African American
7.8%
Hispanic/Latino
8.7%
Asian
3.1%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
30° / 11°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.6"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Columbia Heights
Columbia Heights is a neighborhood located in Des Moines, IA. With a crime score of A-, this area has very low crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
The neighborhood has a population of approximately 155 residents with a median household income of $49,475.
Safety Tips
- Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
- Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
- Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
- Report suspicious activity to local authorities