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Adelanto, CA vs Waukee, IA

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Are people in Waukee older or younger than people in Adelanto?
- The Median Age in Waukee is 6.0 years older than in Adelanto.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukee or Adelanto?
- Waukee housing costs are 4.4% less expensive than Adelanto housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukee or Adelanto?
- The average commute for residents of Waukee is 20.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Adelanto.

Things to do in Adelanto?
Adelanto, CA is an up-and-coming city in the High Desert region of Southern California. With a population growth rate of more than 17 percent, the city offers its residents and visitors plenty of outdoor activities such as camping and horseback riding as well as access to attractions like Edwards Air Force Base.

Things to do in Waukee?
Waukee, IA sits on either side of Interstate 80/35 just northwest of Des Moines in Dallas county. The city has seen rapid growth due to its great quality of life and many popular attractions including the Waukee Ice Cream Shop and The Waukee Public Library.

 Adelanto, CAWaukee, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,441329,725,481
 Median Income$58,040  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$350,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time41.14  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Adelanto    4 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

is growing pretty fast and a lot of really nothing to  More

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Over 17 years ago

like to ride dirt bikes,fly gliders and time trials veh? bring it on. el mirage ca is the place to be.the dry lake here will sweep you off your feet.open space for  More

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Over 17 years ago

Adelanto began in 1974. Two main people were responsible for the growth and the capability for growth and that was the late Patricia Chamberlaine and Mary Scarpa. These  More

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Reviews for Waukee    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

moved here from nj the pace is so different here- lots to do- hills and bike paths, restaurants galore, theaters,  More

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It doesn't get any better than this! Low crime, high education standards, clean/attractive, family-oriented community with generally conservative values. Easy  More

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