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New Braunfels, TX vs Waukee, IA

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Are people in Waukee older or younger than people in New Braunfels?
- The Median Age in Waukee is 1.0 years younger than in New Braunfels.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukee or New Braunfels?
- Waukee housing costs are 11.4% less expensive than New Braunfels housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukee or New Braunfels?
- The average commute for residents of Waukee is 3.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of New Braunfels.

Things to do in New Braunfels?
New Braunfels, Texas is located between Austin and San Antonio and proudly preserves its German heritage through museums such as Sophienburg Archives & Museum.

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.

 New Braunfels, TXWaukee, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,441329,725,481
 Median Income$76,890  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$377,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.25  Unlock26.38
Reviews for New Braunfels    11 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

I have lived in this awesome city for the past 2 years and believe it’s best described as either a breath of fresh air or a slice of heaven on earth.  More

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Diana · 

I moved here in 2001 due to a work transfer. It was small and quaint then. Today, there are too many people for the infrastructure, water resources, and schools. The  More

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I lived in NB for only about 4 months because of the extreme reaction I had to the cement polution in the area. There are two large cement plants to the north and south  More

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Reviews for Waukee    2 Reviews

Over 17 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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