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Downtown Des Moines

Des Moines, IA

Crime Score: B - Average crime

3,221
Population
$37,108
Median Income
$276,514
Median Home Value
41.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 197
Robbery 195
Burglary 186
Larceny/Theft 196
Vehicle Theft 198

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

Housing & Real Estate

$276,514
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
13.9%
Renter Occupied
86.1%
Vacant
14.5%

Cost of Living

33% higher than national average
🏠 Housing +40%
🛒 Food & Groceries +34%
🚗 Transportation +29%
🏥 Healthcare +22%
💡 Utilities +35%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

15.5%
High School+
36.2%
Bachelor's+
17.6%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
74.1%
Black/African American
15.9%
Hispanic/Latino
4.0%
Asian
4.9%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
30° / 12°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.6"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow

About Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines 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 3,221 residents with a median household income of $37,108 .

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