Neighborhood Crime Report
Merle Hay
Des Moines, IA
A
Crime Score
Very low or no crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
104
4% above avg
Robbery
84
16% below avg
Burglary
103
3% above avg
Larceny/Theft
117
17% above avg
Vehicle Theft
102
2% above avg
Demographics
$190,653
Average Home
$73,883
Average Income
12,180
Population
36.0
Average Age
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Merle Hay Details
Merle Hay, Des Moines Crime Information
Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
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Merle Hay
Des Moines, IA
Crime Score: A – Very low or no crime
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12,180
Population
$73,883
Median Income
$190,653
Median Home Value
36.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
104
Robbery
84
Burglary
103
Larceny/Theft
117
Vehicle Theft
102
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$190,653
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
65.8%
Renter Occupied
34.3%
Cost of Living
↑
17% higher than national average
🏠 Housing
+17%
🛒 Food & Groceries
+16%
🚗 Transportation
+17%
🏥 Healthcare
+11%
💡 Utilities
+15%
Demographics
Education Level
25.2%
High School+
23.1%
Bachelor's+
7.8%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
83.6%
Black/African American
7.3%
Hispanic/Latino
5.7%
Asian
3.1%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
29° / 11°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.5"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Merle Hay
Merle Hay 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 12,180 residents with a median household income of $73,883.
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