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Waukee, IA is an attractive city for those who want to live in the Midwestern United States. The two bedroom rent price of $1,330 is slightly cheaper than the national average at $1,430. This is great news for those looking to save money on housing costs. Additionally, grocery cost index in Waukee is 101 compared to the US average of 100, showing that groceries can be bought at a reasonable price.
In terms of local companies and attractions in Waukee, there are a variety of options available. Some notable names include Cabela's Inc., Walmart Supercenters, Hy-Vee grocery stores, and McFarland Clinic PC medical centers. For leisure activities you can visit the West Des Moines Golf & Country Club or enjoy food from The Machine Shed Restaurant.

Waukee has an unemployment rate of 3.0%. The US average is 6.0%.

Waukee has seen the job market increase by 2.5% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 45.2%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Waukee
- The Sales Tax Rate for Waukee is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Waukee is 9.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Waukee
- The average income of a Waukee resident is $38,565 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Waukee resident is $101,138 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyWaukee, IowaUnited States
  36
  -6.0%-6.2%
  45.2%33.5%
  7.0%6.2%
  7.4%4.6%
  $48,451$37,638
  $101,138$69,021
  $135,034$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.6%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  4.3%6.8%
  6.3%10.0%
  1.8%2.5%
  9.9%11.0%
  3.6%4.8%
  1.4%0.8%
  1.8%1.9%
  22.4%4.7%
  2.0%1.9%
  8.3%7.6%
  0.1%0.1%
  1.8%4.2%
  8.1%9.3%
  13.1%14.0%
  1.6%2.1%
  6.6%7.0%
  1.9%4.8%
  4.1%4.7%
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Over 15 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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