Des Moines, IA Crime Rate
Population: 209,245 • Latest FBI Data
58Score
C
Average Safety
1,471
Violent Crimes
703.0/100k
6,542
Property Crimes
3126.5/100k
9
Murders
157
Robberies
1198
Assaults
968
Burglaries
Is Des Moines Safe?
Des Moines, IA has a safety score of 58/100 (C). The violent crime rate is 703.0 per 100k residents. Property crime rate is 3126.5 per 100k.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Des Moines's crime rate?
Des Moines has a total crime rate of 3829.5 per 100,000 residents, with 703.0 violent crimes and 3126.5 property crimes per 100k.
How does Des Moines compare to the national average?
Violent crime is above the US average of 380 per 100k. Property crime is above the national average of 2,000 per 100k.
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