Neighborhood Crime Report
South Oak Park
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
$131,396
Average Home
$70,082
Average Income
40
Population
35.0
Average Age
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Crime Level
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South Oak Park Details
South Oak Park, Des Moines Crime Information
Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
B
South Oak Park
Des Moines, IA
Crime Score: B – Average crime
Low
High
40
Population
$70,082
Median Income
$131,396
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
$131,396
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
50.1%
Renter Occupied
49.9%
Cost of Living
↓
5% lower than national average
🏠 Housing
-3%
🛒 Food & Groceries
-5%
🚗 Transportation
-4%
🏥 Healthcare
-7%
💡 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
Nearby Neighborhoods
About South Oak Park
South Oak Park 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 40 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