Neighborhood Crime Report
Lafayette Square
Des Moines, IA
A
Crime Score
Very low or no crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
169
69% above avg
Robbery
48
52% below avg
Burglary
169
69% above avg
Larceny/Theft
125
25% above avg
Vehicle Theft
144
44% above avg
Demographics
$258,741
Average Home
$82,792
Average Income
33
Population
43.0
Average Age
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Lafayette Square Details
Lafayette Square, Des Moines Crime Information
Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
A
Lafayette Square
Des Moines, IA
Crime Score: A – Very low or no crime
Low
High
33
Population
$82,792
Median Income
$258,741
Median Home Value
43.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
169
Robbery
48
Burglary
169
Larceny/Theft
125
Vehicle Theft
144
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$258,741
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
68.2%
Renter Occupied
31.8%
Cost of Living
↑
22% higher than national average
🏠 Housing
+21%
🛒 Food & Groceries
+19%
🚗 Transportation
+21%
🏥 Healthcare
+14%
💡 Utilities
+15%
Demographics
Education Level
14.7%
High School+
39.4%
Bachelor's+
21.9%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
90.1%
Black/African American
3.6%
Hispanic/Latino
3.7%
Asian
0.8%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
29° / 11°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.5"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Lafayette Square
Lafayette Square is a neighborhood located in Des Moines, IA. With a crime score of A, this area has very low or no crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
The neighborhood has a population of approximately 33 residents with a median household income of $82,792.
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