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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Waukee, IA vs Apache Junction, AZ

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Are people in Apache Junction older or younger than people in Waukee?
- The Median Age in Apache Junction is 19.4 years older than in Waukee.

Are housing costs cheaper in Apache Junction or Waukee?
- Apache Junction housing costs are 10.0% more expensive than Waukee housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Apache Junction or Waukee?
- The average commute for residents of Apache Junction is 6.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Waukee.

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.

Things to do in Apache Junction?
Apache Junction, Arizona is found in Maricopa County featuring numerous attractions including Superstition Mountain or Monument Canyon Golf Course while also having stores like Wal-Mart Supercenter at Gold Canyon.

 Waukee, IAApache Junction, AZUnited States
 Population  Unlock38,311329,725,481
 Median Income$101,138  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock53.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$334,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.46  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Waukee    2 Reviews
bosoxfan · Waukee, IA
nice place tolive
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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Abhd · Waukee, IA
Small Town Turned Suburbia
Over 19 years ago

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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Reviews for Apache Junction    3 Reviews
Kent · Chandler, AZ
A retirement Town
Over 1 years ago

Apache Junction is more or less a retirement town for those who are not middle class or upper income. It is for those who can not afford to work anymore and live out  More

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kristin · Apache Junction, AZ
aj
Over 16 years ago

i love it here. and it is easy to find a home people are always willing to help you out when you are in  More

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robert · Apache Junction, AZ
crime
Over 19 years ago

tell me about drug  More

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