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Waukee, IA vs Urbandale, IA

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

Are housing costs cheaper in Urbandale or Waukee?
- Urbandale housing costs are 11.2% less expensive than Waukee housing costs.

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

 Waukee, IAUrbandale, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock45,037329,725,481
 Median Income$101,138  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3838.4
 Avg. Home Price$334,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.9%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 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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