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Winter Springs, FL vs Waukee, IA

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Are people in Waukee older or younger than people in Winter Springs?
- The Median Age in Waukee is 8.6 years younger than in Winter Springs.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukee or Winter Springs?
- Waukee housing costs are 16.0% less expensive than Winter Springs housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukee or Winter Springs?
- The average commute for residents of Waukee is 8.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Winter Springs.

Things to do in Winter Springs?
Winter Springs, Florida is situated in Seminole county providing visitors leisure areas such as Central Winds Park while also having employment opportunities at Chewy Inc plus entertainment opportunities at Regal Oviedo Marketplace & RPX

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.

 Winter Springs, FLWaukee, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,441329,725,481
 Median Income$78,969  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$398,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.1  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Winter Springs    4 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

To look at Winter Springs you would think it was the All American, Ozzie and Harriet type community. The crime rate is low and the neighbors are friendly. Most of the  More

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I have lived in Winter Springs 3 times in the past 8 years and I have to agree with a couple of things and I will give you my feeling about the area. Nice schools, nice  More

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I agree that this is a nice, little city to live and raise kids in...if you're rich. However, if you're a teacher, you're not going to make enough money to buy a home in  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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