Neighborhood Crime Report
Washington Heights
Des Moines, IA
A

Crime Score

Very low or no crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 52
48% below avg
Robbery 98
2% below avg
Burglary 81
19% below avg
Larceny/Theft 138
38% above avg
Vehicle Theft 99
1% below avg
Demographics
$160,169
Average Home
$81,021
Average Income
100
Population
33.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
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Washington Heights Details

Washington Heights, Des Moines Crime Information

Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

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Washington Heights

Des Moines, IA

Crime Score: A – Very low or no crime

Low High
100
Population
$81,021
Median Income
$160,169
Median Home Value
33.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 52
Robbery 98
Burglary 81
Larceny/Theft 138
Vehicle Theft 99

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

Housing & Real Estate

$160,169
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
81.6%
Renter Occupied
18.4%

Cost of Living

7% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -8%
🛒 Food & Groceries -9%
🚗 Transportation -7%
🏥 Healthcare -13%
💡 Utilities -8%

Demographics

Education Level

30.5%
High School+
16.3%
Bachelor's+
7.9%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
70.0%
Black/African American
12.6%
Hispanic/Latino
13.2%
Asian
5.5%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
30° / 12°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.4"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow

About Washington Heights

Washington 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 100 residents with a median household income of $81,021.

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