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Norwalk, CT vs Waukee, IA

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Are people in Waukee older or younger than people in Norwalk?
- The Median Age in Waukee is 6.3 years younger than in Norwalk.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukee or Norwalk?
- Waukee housing costs are 36.5% less expensive than Norwalk housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukee or Norwalk?
- The average commute for residents of Waukee is 6.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Norwalk.

Things to do in Norwalk?
Norwalk, Connecticut is renowned for its maritime industry but there’s so much more to explore here - take a ferry ride around Long Island Sound or enjoy walks in Calf Pasture Beach Park.

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.

 Norwalk, CTWaukee, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,441329,725,481
 Median Income$91,434  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$527,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.83  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Norwalk    8 Reviews

There's nothing fun to do  More

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Over 15 years ago

Very diverse. Good food,entertainment and social activities. High housing costs and property  More

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Over 16 years ago

Lots to do, but everything is expensive. Taxes are high (i.e.property, which includes each vehicle that you own)and services are just okay, not  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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