Neighborhood Crime Report
Vista Heights
Des Moines, IA
A+

Crime Score

Very low or no crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 133
33% above avg
Robbery 119
19% above avg
Burglary 188
88% above avg
Larceny/Theft 104
4% above avg
Vehicle Theft 81
19% below avg
Demographics
$187,341
Average Home
$58,333
Average Income
14
Population
54.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
Low High
Vista Heights Details

Vista Heights, Des Moines Crime Information

Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

A+

Vista Heights

Des Moines, IA

Crime Score: A+ – Very low or no crime

Low High
14
Population
$58,333
Median Income
$187,341
Median Home Value
54.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 133
Robbery 119
Burglary 188
Larceny/Theft 104
Vehicle Theft 81

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

Housing & Real Estate

$187,341
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
83.2%
Renter Occupied
16.8%

Cost of Living

15% higher than national average
🏠 Housing +14%
🛒 Food & Groceries +17%
🚗 Transportation +15%
🏥 Healthcare +25%
💡 Utilities +19%

Demographics

Education Level

52.1%
High School+
3.2%
Bachelor's+
3.1%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
95.2%
Black/African American
0.5%
Hispanic/Latino
3.0%
Asian
2.4%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
29° / 11°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.3"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow

About Vista Heights

Vista Heights 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 14 residents with a median household income of $58,333.

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