Neighborhood Crime Report
Oakland Heights
Des Moines, IA
B

Crime Score

Average crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 177
77% above avg
Robbery 78
22% below avg
Burglary 117
17% above avg
Larceny/Theft 146
46% above avg
Vehicle Theft 168
68% above avg
Demographics
$169,735
Average Home
$70,082
Average Income
25
Population
35.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
Low High
Oakland Heights Details

Oakland Heights, Des Moines Crime Information

Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

B

Oakland Heights

Des Moines, IA

Crime Score: B – Average crime

Low High
25
Population
$70,082
Median Income
$169,735
Median Home Value
35.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 177
Robbery 78
Burglary 117
Larceny/Theft 146
Vehicle Theft 168

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$169,735
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
50.1%
Renter Occupied
49.9%

Cost of Living

4% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -2%
🛒 Food & Groceries -4%
🚗 Transportation -3%
🏥 Healthcare -6%
💡 Utilities avg

Demographics

Education Level

31.0%
High School+
7.9%
Bachelor's+
6.9%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
66.9%
Black/African American
18.8%
Hispanic/Latino
10.8%
Asian
1.7%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
30° / 11°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.5"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow

About Oakland Heights

Oakland Heights 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 25 residents with a median household income of $70,082.

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