Neighborhood Crime Report
Watrous Heights
Des Moines, IA
A
Crime Score
Very low or no crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
84
16% below avg
Robbery
112
12% above avg
Burglary
101
1% above avg
Larceny/Theft
113
13% above avg
Vehicle Theft
97
3% below avg
Demographics
$157,734
Average Home
$69,686
Average Income
2,722
Population
36.0
Average Age
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Watrous Heights Details
Watrous Heights, Des Moines Crime Information
Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
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Watrous Heights
Des Moines, IA
Crime Score: A – Very low or no crime
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2,722
Population
$69,686
Median Income
$157,734
Median Home Value
36.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
84
Robbery
112
Burglary
101
Larceny/Theft
113
Vehicle Theft
97
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$157,734
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
75.5%
Renter Occupied
24.5%
Cost of Living
↑
4% higher than national average
🏠 Housing
+4%
🛒 Food & Groceries
+4%
🚗 Transportation
+5%
🏥 Healthcare
+2%
💡 Utilities
+4%
Demographics
Education Level
27.4%
High School+
10.0%
Bachelor's+
2.9%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
86.3%
Black/African American
3.9%
Hispanic/Latino
8.8%
Asian
3.6%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
30° / 11°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.6"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Watrous Heights
Watrous 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 2,722 residents with a median household income of $69,686.
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