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Dubuque, IA vs Urbandale, IA

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Are people in Urbandale older or younger than people in Dubuque?
- The Median Age in Urbandale is 0.4 years older than in Dubuque.

Are housing costs cheaper in Urbandale or Dubuque?
- Urbandale housing costs are 42.8% more expensive than Dubuque housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Urbandale or Dubuque?
- The average commute for residents of Urbandale is 3.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Dubuque.

Things to do in Dubuque?
Dubuque, Iowa is a vibrant and welcoming city located along the Mississippi River. From its bustling downtown to the nearby nature reserves, Dubuque has something for everyone. For those looking to explore the local culture there are plenty of museums, galleries, and monuments around town. Meanwhile outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the area's natural beauty with a hike or bike ride through one of the many trails or parks around. Plus, with its convenient location close to major cities like Chicago and Minneapolis, visitors have easy access for a day trip if desired. With so much to offer, it's no wonder why Dubuque remains a popular destination year-round!

Things to do in Urbandale?
Urbandale, Iowa is situated in Polk County offering visitors numerous parks such as Walker Johnston Park combined with plenty of activities from golfing at Waveland Golf Course to shopping at Urbandale Open Air mall.

 Dubuque, IAUrbandale, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock45,037329,725,481
 Median Income$58,691  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3838.4
 Avg. Home Price$208,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time14.54  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Dubuque    15 Reviews

I have been here for 3 years. I enjoy it here. I travel all over the country for work. Dubuque is the perfect size of city for me. I was born and raised in the Pacific  More

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Over 5 years ago

I've lived in Dubuque for over 25 years. Dubuque is not a very good place to live if you are open minded and want to experience new things. Dubuque is an old town with  More

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Over 7 years ago

Dubuque, IA is a great town to live   More

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Reviews for Urbandale    1 Reviews

I have lived in Urbandale for 10 years and I love it here. Urbandale is a great suburb to the capital city Des Moines. We are on the city border to Des Moines, Waukee,  More

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