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River Bend

Des Moines, IA

Crime Score: C - Higher than average crime

4,033
Population
$38,036
Median Income
$143,139
Median Home Value
36.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 166
Robbery 106
Burglary 127
Larceny/Theft 144
Vehicle Theft 150

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

Housing & Real Estate

$143,139
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
29.1%
Renter Occupied
70.9%
Vacant
14.3%

Cost of Living

33% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -28%
🛒 Food & Groceries -31%
🚗 Transportation -33%
🏥 Healthcare -36%
💡 Utilities -25%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

37.6%
High School+
8.8%
Bachelor's+
2.6%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
39.8%
Black/African American
31.6%
Hispanic/Latino
29.1%
Asian
10.6%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
30° / 12°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.5"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow

About River Bend

River Bend is a neighborhood located in Des Moines, IA. With a crime score of C, this area has higher than average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 4,033 residents with a median household income of $38,036 .

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