Des Moines, IA is a city with a higher than average rate of both violent and property crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Des Moines is 37.1, nearly twice the average US rate of 22.7. Additionally, the property crime rate in Des Moines is 60.8, which is well above the US average of 35.4. Although these numbers may seem alarming, safety measures such as increased police presence and additional resources for at-risk communities have been put in place to ensure that residents can feel safe while living in Des Moines.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Des Moines violent crime is 37.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Des Moines property crime is 60.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.