Neighborhood Crime Report
Highland Park
Des Moines, IA
A-
Crime Score
Very low crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
109
9% above avg
Robbery
106
6% above avg
Burglary
137
37% above avg
Larceny/Theft
139
39% above avg
Vehicle Theft
117
17% above avg
Demographics
$141,106
Average Home
$60,898
Average Income
9,712
Population
35.0
Average Age
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Highland Park Details
Highland Park, Des Moines Crime Information
Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
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Highland Park
Des Moines, IA
Crime Score: A- – Very low crime
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9,712
Population
$60,898
Median Income
$141,106
Median Home Value
35.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
109
Robbery
106
Burglary
137
Larceny/Theft
139
Vehicle Theft
117
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$141,106
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
68.8%
Renter Occupied
31.2%
Cost of Living
↓
7% lower than national average
🏠 Housing
-5%
🛒 Food & Groceries
-6%
🚗 Transportation
-6%
🏥 Healthcare
-9%
💡 Utilities
-4%
Demographics
Education Level
38.5%
High School+
11.5%
Bachelor's+
3.5%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
69.3%
Black/African American
11.7%
Hispanic/Latino
18.5%
Asian
6.9%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
30° / 12°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.3"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Highland Park
Highland Park 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 9,712 residents with a median household income of $60,898.
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