Neighborhood Crime Report
Waveland Heights
Des Moines, IA
A+
Crime Score
Very low or no crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
79
21% below avg
Robbery
47
53% below avg
Burglary
61
39% below avg
Larceny/Theft
105
5% above avg
Vehicle Theft
66
34% below avg
Demographics
$217,828
Average Home
$98,368
Average Income
118
Population
38.0
Average Age
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Waveland Heights Details
Waveland Heights, Des Moines Crime Information
Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
A+
Waveland Heights
Des Moines, IA
Crime Score: A+ – Very low or no crime
Low
High
118
Population
$98,368
Median Income
$217,828
Median Home Value
38.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
79
Robbery
47
Burglary
61
Larceny/Theft
105
Vehicle Theft
66
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$217,828
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
81.4%
Renter Occupied
18.6%
Cost of Living
↑
28% higher than national average
🏠 Housing
+24%
🛒 Food & Groceries
+23%
🚗 Transportation
+27%
🏥 Healthcare
+18%
💡 Utilities
+19%
Demographics
Education Level
14.0%
High School+
37.2%
Bachelor's+
11.7%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
92.9%
Black/African American
3.5%
Hispanic/Latino
3.2%
Asian
1.5%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
29° / 11°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.5"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Waveland Heights
Waveland 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 118 residents with a median household income of $98,368.
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