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Urbandale, IA vs Waukee, IA

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Are people in Waukee older or younger than people in Urbandale?
- The Median Age in Waukee is 3.9 years younger than in Urbandale.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukee or Urbandale?
- Waukee housing costs are 12.6% more expensive than Urbandale housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukee or Urbandale?
- The average commute for residents of Waukee is 2.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Urbandale.

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.

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.

 Urbandale, IAWaukee, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,441329,725,481
 Median Income$100,589  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$297,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.22  Unlock26.38
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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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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