Neighborhood Crime Report
Merlin Place
Des Moines, IA
B-
Crime Score
Average crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
180
80% above avg
Robbery
193
93% above avg
Burglary
175
75% above avg
Larceny/Theft
190
90% above avg
Vehicle Theft
191
91% above avg
Demographics
$114,474
Average Home
$22,865
Average Income
42
Population
29.0
Average Age
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Merlin Place Details
Merlin Place, Des Moines Crime Information
Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
B-
Merlin Place
Des Moines, IA
Crime Score: B- – Average crime
Low
High
42
Population
$22,865
Median Income
$114,474
Median Home Value
29.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
180
Robbery
193
Burglary
175
Larceny/Theft
190
Vehicle Theft
191
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$114,474
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
31.5%
Renter Occupied
68.5%
Cost of Living
↓
24% lower than national average
🏠 Housing
-19%
🛒 Food & Groceries
-21%
🚗 Transportation
-25%
🏥 Healthcare
-28%
💡 Utilities
-19%
Demographics
Education Level
55.9%
High School+
7.2%
Bachelor's+
1.7%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
60.3%
Black/African American
16.9%
Hispanic/Latino
24.7%
Asian
5.8%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
30° / 12°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.6"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Merlin Place
Merlin Place is a neighborhood located in Des Moines, IA. With a crime score of B-, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
The neighborhood has a population of approximately 42 residents with a median household income of $22,865.
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