Neighborhood Crime Report
Polk Place
Des Moines, IA
A+
Crime Score
Very low or no crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
91
9% below avg
Robbery
51
49% below avg
Burglary
121
21% above avg
Larceny/Theft
87
13% below avg
Vehicle Theft
84
16% below avg
Demographics
$323,121
Average Home
$109,602
Average Income
248
Population
42.0
Average Age
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Polk Place Details
Polk Place, Des Moines Crime Information
Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
A+
Polk Place
Des Moines, IA
Crime Score: A+ – Very low or no crime
Low
High
248
Population
$109,602
Median Income
$323,121
Median Home Value
42.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
91
Robbery
51
Burglary
121
Larceny/Theft
87
Vehicle Theft
84
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$323,121
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
73.9%
Renter Occupied
26.1%
Cost of Living
↑
32% higher than national average
🏠 Housing
+29%
🛒 Food & Groceries
+26%
🚗 Transportation
+29%
🏥 Healthcare
+19%
💡 Utilities
+19%
Demographics
Education Level
9.2%
High School+
49.0%
Bachelor's+
24.4%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
93.3%
Black/African American
1.4%
Hispanic/Latino
1.6%
Asian
2.0%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
30° / 11°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.6"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Polk Place
Polk Place 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 248 residents with a median household income of $109,602.
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