B+

South Park

Des Moines, IA

Crime Score: B+ - Average crime

5,165
Population
$48,732
Median Income
$181,125
Median Home Value
34.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 136
Robbery 159
Burglary 133
Larceny/Theft 162
Vehicle Theft 155

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

Housing & Real Estate

$181,125
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
47.3%
Renter Occupied
52.7%
Vacant
7.4%

Cost of Living

9% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -7%
🛒 Food & Groceries -7%
🚗 Transportation -9%
🏥 Healthcare -10%
💡 Utilities -6%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

41.8%
High School+
8.1%
Bachelor's+
1.5%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
71.7%
Black/African American
10.3%
Hispanic/Latino
17.2%
Asian
5.2%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
30° / 12°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.7"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow

About South Park

South 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 5,165 residents with a median household income of $48,732 .

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