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Bettendorf, IA vs Waukee, IA

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Are people in Waukee older or younger than people in Bettendorf?
- The Median Age in Waukee is 4.8 years younger than in Bettendorf.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukee or Bettendorf?
- Waukee housing costs are 24.6% more expensive than Bettendorf housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukee or Bettendorf?
- The average commute for residents of Waukee is 2.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Bettendorf.

Things to do in Bettendorf?
Bettendorf, Iowa lies within Scott county providing its citizens access to parks including Centennial Park while also having shopping options near SouthPark Mall plus multiple restaurants including Applebees Grill & Bar.

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.

 Bettendorf, IAWaukee, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,441329,725,481
 Median Income$89,375  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$268,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.87  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Bettendorf    4 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

very low crime, great schools, housing costs-a decent house for family of 5 is around  More

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We are thinking of moving to the area (Iowa). I am an NC native, although we feel the need to move out due to huge influx of newcomers in this area from the northeast  More

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Over 18 years ago

We moved to Bettendorf when our son was in elementary school based on favorable comments about the schools from several friends in similar stages in their lives. We  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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