B-

Prospect Park

Des Moines, IA

Crime Score: B- - Average crime

3,567
Population
$42,965
Median Income
$159,185
Median Home Value
31.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 131
Robbery 138
Burglary 110
Larceny/Theft 147
Vehicle Theft 146

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

Housing & Real Estate

$159,185
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
46.4%
Renter Occupied
53.6%
Vacant
9.1%

Cost of Living

20% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -15%
🛒 Food & Groceries -19%
🚗 Transportation -20%
🏥 Healthcare -27%
💡 Utilities -14%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

31.8%
High School+
14.9%
Bachelor's+
3.6%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
45.0%
Black/African American
30.4%
Hispanic/Latino
9.9%
Asian
15.7%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
30° / 11°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.5"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow

About Prospect Park

Prospect Park 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 3,567 residents with a median household income of $42,965 .

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