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Waukee, IA vs Bettendorf, IA

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Are people in Bettendorf older or younger than people in Waukee?
- The Median Age in Bettendorf is 4.8 years older than in Waukee.

Are housing costs cheaper in Bettendorf or Waukee?
- Bettendorf housing costs are 19.7% less expensive than Waukee housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Bettendorf or Waukee?
- The average commute for residents of Bettendorf is 2.6 minutes shorter 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 Bettendorf?
Bettendorf, Iowa lies within Scott county providing its citizens access to parks including Centennial Park while also having shopping options near SouthPark Mall plus multiple restaurants including Applebees Grill & Bar.

 Waukee, IABettendorf, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock38,631329,725,481
 Median Income$101,138  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$334,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.46  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Bettendorf    4 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

very low crime, great schools, housing costs-a decent house for family of 5 is around  More

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We are thinking of moving to the area (Iowa). I am an NC native, although we feel the need to move out due to huge influx of newcomers in this area from the northeast  More

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Over 18 years ago

We moved to Bettendorf when our son was in elementary school based on favorable comments about the schools from several friends in similar stages in their lives. We  More

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