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Urbandale, IA
Iowa · Polk County · Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro
Urbandale is a mid-size city in Iowa with a population of 46,026. Residents earn $113,086 per year, which is 50% above the national average.
4.0
/5.0
A
Great
46,026
Population
2,042/sq mi density
$113,086
Median Income
$52,757 per capita
$318,800
Home Value
$348,073 Zillow
$1,176
Median Rent
24.5% income on rent
50°F
Avg Temperature
275 sunny days/yr
63
Violent Crime/100K
1,022 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$113,086 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$318,800 home value, $1,176/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
63 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.4% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$113,086
50% higher than US avg
Home Value
$318,800
13% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
63/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
51.4%
53% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,176
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.5%
64% lower than US avg
How Urbandale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population46,026
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density2,042/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans6.4%
Economy
A+Median Income$113,086
Per Capita$52,757
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$63,823M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+Home Value$318,800
Rent$1,176
Ownership77.6%
Zillow$348,073
Housing Units17,954
Rent Burden24.5%
Crime
FViolent63/100K
Property1,022/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault40/100K
Burglary121/100K
Health
Obesity33.8%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking11.1%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Education
A+Bachelor's+51.4%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+17.7%
School Score5.70
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute19 min
Broadband93.4%
EV Stations9
Libraries19
Is Urbandale a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Urbandale receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Urbandale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Urbandale is $113,086, which is significantly higher than the national average / 50% above $75,149. This places Urbandale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Urbandale is $318,800, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,176 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Urbandale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,022 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.
Education
Urbandale is a highly educated community / 51.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Urbandale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Urbandale has a population of 46,026 with a density of 2,042 people per square mile, spread across 21.9 square miles. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 5.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.4% of residents, while 11.6% speak Spanish. 6.4% of the population are veterans. 7.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 94.8% have health insurance coverage.
Population
46,026
Total Population
2,042
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
21.9mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Urbandale vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Urbandale vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Urbandale is $113,086, which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,757 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,395. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 20,581 business establishments, including 1,227 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.9% of workers work from home.
Income: Urbandale vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $113,086 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,757 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,395 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,610 |
| Gini Index | 0.433 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 20,581 |
| County GDP | $63,823M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,227 |
| Healthcare | 1,513 |
| Retail | 1,606 |
| Manufacturing | 341 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,943 |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 87.80 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.4% |
| Work from Home | 15.9% |
Walkability
The median home value in Urbandale is $318,800, 13% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,073. Homes sell for 98.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,176 (1% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $788 for a one-bedroom to $989 for a two-bedroom apartment. 77.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 17,954 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1991. The average annual property tax is $6,943 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $318,800 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $348,073 |
| Median List Price | $350,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $350,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $223 |
| Homes Sold | 49 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 20.1% |
| Inventory | 284 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,176 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,033 |
| Rent Burden | 24.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 77.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 22.4% |
| Housing Units | 17,954 |
| Median Year Built | 1991 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,943 |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.18% |
In Urbandale, 33.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 28.0% have high blood pressure. 11.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 22.3% report binge drinking. 19.8% are physically inactive, below the national average. 21.0% report depression. 16.0% experience frequent mental distress. 5.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,073. The dentist ratio is 1:1,259. 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-21)
PM2.5
5.9
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
6.3
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
6.9
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
67.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.5
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
130.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide
Health Metrics: Urbandale vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.8% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Cancer | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 11.1% |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 22.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.8% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
| Short Sleep | 30.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| Uninsured | 5.7% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,073 |
| Dentists | 1:1,259 |
| Mental Health | 1:285 |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Dental Visits | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,653/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,513 |
Urbandale has a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 40.4 per 100,000, robbery at 6.7, rape at 15.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,022 per 100,000, 48% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 819, burglary at 121, vehicle theft at 81 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 33 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Urbandale receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Urbandale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 62.9/100K |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 15.7/100K |
| Robbery | 6.7/100K |
| Assault | 40.4/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,021.5/100K |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 121.2/100K |
| Theft | 819.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 80.8/100K |
| Arson | 2.3/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Traffic Accidents | 955 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Urbandale experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. The area receives 38.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 974 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 974 ft (297 m) |
| Area | 21.9 sq mi (56.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,042/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6368°N, 93.7798°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Polk County County |
| Nearest Airport | Des Moines International (DSM) 10 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0449 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 10.2 ppb |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 9.4 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 92.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 91.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.2 in |
Urbandale has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 22°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (0.9").
Urbandale is located in Polk County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 51.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 17.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54.8% of the vote, a 10.9-point margin. 93.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 19 public libraries serving the community. 1,513 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Traffic Accidents | 955 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 51.4% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.70 |
A+
Education Grade (5.0/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,042/sq mi |
| Total Area | 21.9 sq mi |
| County | Polk County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 93.4% |
| Avg Download Speed | 130.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 25.6 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 20 |
| Public Libraries | 19 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,513 |
| Restaurants | 1,227 |
| Retail Stores | 1,606 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 18.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.4% |
| Work from Home | 15.9% |
Average costs for common services in Urbandale. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $220 ($132–$351) |
| Specialist Visit | $307 ($176–$483) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $176 ($88–$307) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,932 ($702–$4,390) |
| Dental Cleaning | $114 ($66–$176) |
| Dental Filling | $220 ($132–$351) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $40 ($22–$66) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $66 ($44–$105) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $263 ($132–$439) |
| Tire Rotation | $35 ($18–$66) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $527 ($351–$878) |
| Battery Replacement | $176 ($88–$307) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $88 ($53–$132) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $79 ($44–$123) |
| HVAC Repair | $351 ($132–$702) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,146 ($3,512–$10,536) |
| Roof Repair | $878 ($351–$1,756) |
| Roof Replacement | $7,902 ($4,829–$13,170) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,317 ($439–$3,073) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,170 ($4,390–$26,340) |
| DUI Defense | $4,390 ($1,756–$8,780) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,317 ($702–$2,634) |
| Will Preparation | $439 ($176–$878) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,195 ($878–$4,390) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $22 ($13–$40) |
| Women's Haircut | $48 ($26–$88) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $132 ($66–$220) |
| Manicure | $22 ($13–$40) |
| Pedicure | $35 ($22–$57) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $70 ($44–$114) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.60 ($2.63–$4.83) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.07 ($2.20–$4.39) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.34 ($2.20–$4.83) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $3.95 ($2.63–$5.71) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.83 ($3.51–$6.59) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.88 ($0.53–$1.58) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $123 ($70–$220) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $61 ($26–$132) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $61 ($35–$105) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $61 ($35–$88) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $57 ($26–$88) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $75 ($44–$132) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $176 ($66–$439) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,756 ($1,054–$3,073) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $61 ($26–$114) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $13 ($7.02–$22) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $88 ($26–$220) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $26 ($13–$66) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,054 ($527–$2,195) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $878 ($439–$1,756) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $351 ($176–$615) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $44 ($22–$88) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $878 ($351–$2,195) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $10,975 ($4,390–$26,340) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $53 ($26–$88) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $88 ($44–$176) |
| Dog Grooming | $53 ($26–$88) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $35 ($18–$66) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $263 ($132–$439) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $176 ($88–$351) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $768 |
| Toddler | $662 |
| Preschool | $662 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $516 |
| Toddler | $507 |
| Preschool | $507 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Polk County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 39,472 | 2,057 | $61,984 | 0.87 |
| Finance & Insurance | 31,508 | 1,548 | $120,866 | 2.44 |
| Retail Trade | 30,431 | 1,717 | $39,944 | 0.96 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 24,283 | 1,275 | $26,894 | 0.84 |
| Construction | 20,807 | 1,462 | $82,065 | 1.25 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 20,120 | 3,392 | $105,432 | 0.91 |
| Manufacturing | 19,917 | 500 | $74,964 | 0.76 |
| Wholesale Trade | 17,868 | 1,670 | $101,402 | 1.43 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 17,593 | 1,418 | $57,851 | 0.94 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 16,339 | 480 | $57,222 | 1.21 |
| Management of Companies | 10,422 | 555 | $125,518 | 1.94 |
| Other Services | 10,200 | 1,554 | $59,171 | 1.07 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 5,478 | 274 | $28,528 | 1.03 |
| Information & Technology | 4,794 | 610 | $99,898 | 0.80 |
| Real Estate | 4,682 | 954 | $68,924 | 0.95 |
| Educational Services | 4,676 | 360 | $45,319 | 0.71 |
| Utilities | 363 | 61 | $128,808 | 0.30 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 229 | 46 | $43,043 | 0.09 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 49 | 6 | $73,314 | 0.04 |
Colleges & Universities in Urbandale
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Wisdom Massage Therapy School | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 60 | — | — | — |
Schools in Urbandale
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urbandale High School | High | 1,347 | 91 | 14.8:1 |
| Urbandale Middle School | Middle | 894 | 56 | 16.0:1 |
| Radiant Elementary School | Elementary | 682 | 42 | 16.2:1 |
| Olmsted Elementary School | Elementary | 662 | 46 | 14.4:1 |
| Walnut Hills Elementary School | Elementary | 625 | 38 | 16.4:1 |
| Webster Elementary School | Elementary | 510 | 37 | 13.8:1 |
| Karen Acres Elementary School | Elementary | 296 | 21 | 14.1:1 |
| Valerius Elementary School | Elementary | 277 | 18 | 15.4:1 |
| Rolling Green Elementary School | Elementary | 272 | 20 | 13.6:1 |
Radio Stations near Urbandale
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPR Studio One | public radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 95 KGGO | classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 98.3 The Vibe | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 107.3 The Vibe | — | MP3 80 kbps | |
| 92.5 KJJY | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| IPR Studio One (Iowa Public Radio) | apm, indie | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 100.3 The Bus | adult hits | AAC | |
| 1460 KXNO | sports | AAC | |
| Nash FM 97.3 | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| KDLS | classic hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Now 1051 | adult contemporary | AAC |
Campgrounds Near Urbandale
11 campgrounds found near Urbandale.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAK GROVE PICNIC AREA | 5.0/5 | 2 | $50 |
| CHERRY GLEN PICNIC | 4.6/5 | 6 | $50 |
| COTTONWOOD RECREATION AREA | 4.6/5 | 9 | $50 |
| PRAIRIE FLOWER RECREATION AREA | 4.6/5 | 252 | $20–$336 |
| ACORN VALLEY | 4.5/5 | 85 | $14–$84 |
| CHERRY GLEN CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 125 | $24–$26 |
| SANDPIPER RECREATION AREA | 4.5/5 | 1 | $110 |
| WALNUT RIDGE RECREATION AREA | 4.5/5 | 3 | $50 |
| BOB SHETLER RECREATION AREA | 4.2/5 | 67 | $22–$26 |
| BOB SHETLER PICNIC AREA | 3.6/5 | 2 | $50 |
| Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville) | — | 1 | $75 |
National Parks Near Urbandale
18 national parks and monuments found near Urbandale.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Banner Lakes At Summerset State Park | State Park | Free |
| Big Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dolliver Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Elk Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Green Valley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Honey Creek Resort | State Park | Free |
| Honey Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Ahquabi State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Anita State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake of Three Fires State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ledges State Park | State Park | Free |
| Margo Frankel Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pine Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Red Haw State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rock Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Springbrook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Twin Lakes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Walnut Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Urbandale
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 40,668 | $81,990 |
| 2015 | 42,319 | $78,059 |
| 2017 | 43,563 | $85,432 |
| 2019 | 44,384 | $90,858 |
| 2021 | 45,923 | $100,589 |
| 2023 | 46,931 | $113,086 |
Museums in Urbandale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5152632800 | $51,783,341 | |
| EDMUNDSON ART FOUNDATION | ART MUSEUM | 5152774405 | $6,378,251 | |
| SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 401 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PARKWAY | 5152746868 | $4,991,711 |
| DES MOINES BOTANICAL CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 5153236290 | $3,790,894 | |
| LIVING HISTORY FARMS FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5152785286 | $3,241,576 | |
| TERRACE HILL SOCIETY FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5152425841 | $1,106,749 | |
| SALISBURY HOUSE FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5152741777 | $761,324 | |
| WALLACE HOUSE MUSEUM AND VICE PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8665008980 | $595,168 | |
| HOYT SHERMAN PLACE FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5152440507 | $361,001 | |
| ITALIAN-AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER OF IOWA | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5152803719 | $170,784 | |
| FORT DES MOINES MUSEUM AND EDUCATION CENTER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5152828060 | $96,449 | |
| DES MOINES METROPOLITAN HISTORICAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $78,504 | ||
| WEST DES MOINES HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2001 FULLER ROAD | 5152776652 | $70,952 |
| ANKENY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 301 SW 3RD ST | 5159655795 | $46,403 |
| BIG CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 112 3RD STREET | 5159653828 | $3,087 |
| ANDERSON GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 4122683618 | ||
| BETTER HOMES & GARDENS TEST GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 1716 LOCUST STREET | ||
| BOB FELLER MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 310 MILL STREET | 5159962806 | |
| BRENTON ARBORETUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 5159924211 | ||
| CLIVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8641 SWANSON BLVD | ||
| DANDELION DISCOVERY VILLAGE | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 2538584835 | ||
| DES MOINES ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 5152774405 | ||
| DES MOINES ART CENTER DOWNTOWN | ART MUSEUM | 5155576109 | ||
| GRIMES HERITAGE SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5159863076 | ||
| GRIMES IOOF BUILDING | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORIC EAST VILLAGE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5156614978 | ||
| HUBBELL CENTER | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5152433586 | ||
| IOWA COUNTY GENEALOGY SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 628 EAST GRAND AVENUE | 5152760287 | |
| IOWA GOLD STAR MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5152524531 | ||
| IOWA MILITARY AVIATION HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5159644515 | ||
| IOWA MILITARY AVIATION MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| JOHNSTON STATION HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5153310687 | ||
| JON A WHITE MEMORIAL WILDLIFE HABITAT AND MEDITATION GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | |||
| JORDAN HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5152251286 | ||
| LIVING HISTORY FARMS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5152785286 | ||
| MADRID HISTORICAL SOCIETY & CLAY CASTLE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 109 W SECOND STREET | 5157953249 | |
| MADRID HISTORY AND CLAY CASTLE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5157953249 | ||
| POLK COUNTY HERITAGE GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5152862242 | ||
| SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA AND BLANK IMAX DOME THEATER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 401 WEST MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PARKWAY | ||
| SLATER AREA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5152883832 | ||
| STAR THEATER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 401 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PKWY | ||
| URBANDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5152702917 | ||
| WAUKEE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 230 W HICKMAN RD | 5159787900 |
Libraries in Urbandale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1000 GRAND AVE | 0.0 | 973,456 | |||
| URBANDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 3520 86TH ST | 0.0 | 314,597 | |||
| WEST DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY | 4000 GEORGE M. MILLS CIVIC PARKWAY | 0.0 | 305,307 | |||
| KIRKENDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1210 NW PRAIRIE RIDGE DR | 0.0 | 268,631 | |||
| WAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 950 WARRIOR LN | 0.0 | 156,774 | |||
| JOHNSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 6700 MERLE HAY RD | 0.0 | 150,572 | |||
| GRIMES PUBLIC LIBRARY | 200 N JAMES ST | 0.0 | 88,910 | |||
| CLIVE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1900 NW 114TH ST | 0.0 | 87,564 | |||
| NORWALK EASTER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1051 NORTH AVE | 0.0 | 72,378 | |||
| ADEL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 303 S 10TH ST | 0.0 | 47,655 | |||
| MADRID PUBLIC LIBRARY | 100 W 3RD ST | 0.0 | 29,432 | |||
| SLATER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 105 N TAMA | 0.0 | 28,194 | |||
| ROY R. ESTLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 1308 WALNUT ST | 0.0 | 24,879 | |||
| POLK CITY COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 1500 W BROADWAY | 0.0 | 21,955 | |||
| DE SOTO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 405 WALNUT ST | 0.0 | 19,980 | |||
| VAN METER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 505 GRANT | 0.0 | 10,616 | |||
| GRANGER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2216 BROADWAY | 0.0 | 8,572 | |||
| WOODWARD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 118 S MAIN ST | 0.0 | 7,386 | |||
| MINBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 315 BAKER ST | 0.0 | 4,496 |
Farmers Markets in Urbandale
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adel Farmers Market | Courthouse Square | ||||
| Beaverdale Farmers Market | 4100 Urbandale Avenue | 06/04/2019 to 09/10/2019 | Tue: 4:00 PM-7:30 PM; | Visit | |
| Capitol Hill Farmers Market | 800 E. 12th Street | ||||
| Downtown Farmers' Market - Des Moines | Court Avenue and 3rd Street | 05/07/2016 to 09/24/2016 | Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Drake Neighborhood Farmers Market | 24th St and Cottage Grove | 06/01/2017 to 10/12/2017 | Thu: 4:30 PM-7:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Eastside Farmers Market | 3200 Delaware Avenue | ||||
| Grimes Farmers Market | True Value parking lot | ||||
| Highland Park Farmers Market | 6th Avenue from Euclid to Douglas on west side of street | ||||
| Historic Valley Junction Farmers Market | 5th Street, Valley Junction | Thu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| Johnston Farmers Market | Corner of NW 62nd Avenue & Merle Hay Road | 05/24/2016 to 10/04/2016 | Tue: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| LSI Global Greens Farmers' Market | 3200 University Ave | 05/01/2018 to 10/31/2018 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Norwalk Area Farmers Market | Dollar General Store parking Lot | June to September | Fri:4:00 pm - 7:00 pm; | ||
| Polk City Farmers Market | Town Square | 05/29/2014 to 10/16/2014 | Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | ||
| Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market | Corner of SW 3rd & SW Maple Street | 05/17/2014 to 09/27/2014 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Valley Junction Farmers Market | 100 & 200 blocks on 5th Street | 05/05/2016 to 09/29/2016 | Thu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Van Meter Farmers Market | Van Meter Recreation Complex behind Casey's Market | Visit | |||
| Waukee Downtown Farmers Market | Ashworth Dr. and 6th St. | 06/01/2016 to 09/28/2016 | Wed: 4:00 AM-7:00 AM; | Visit | |
| West Glen Farmers Market | Avenue of the Arts in West Glen Town Center |
Hotels in Urbandale
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Extended Stay America - Des Moines - Urbandale
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines
TownePlace Suites Des Moines Urbandale
Restaurants in Urbandale
15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Amigo Mexican Restaurant
Cozy Cafe
De Rice
Hungry Boyz
Mama Lacona's
Mandarin Noodle House
Market Fresh Grille
McCoy's Bar and Grill
Pizza Ranch
Rosie's Cafe
Ruby Tuesday
Texas Roadhouse
Tito's Lounge
Tsing Tsao
Viva La Bamba
Cafes in Urbandale
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Friedrichs Coffee
Smokey Row
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Monuments in Urbandale
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Character Counts Pillars
Theme Parks in Urbandale
4 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
1700 Ioway Indian Farm
1850 Farm
Living History Farms
Town of Walnut Hill
Clinics in Urbandale
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Concentra Medical Center
Family Medicine of Urbandale
Heartland Plastic Surgery
Urbandale Health Care Center
US #1163250509
Veterinaries in Urbandale
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Urban Pet Hospital & Resort
Value Vet
Gas Stations in Urbandale
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
BP
BP
Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store
Kwik Star
QuikTrip
Banks in Urbandale
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bank of America
Central Bank
MetaBank
Midland Credit Union
Midwest Heritage Bank
West Bank
Gyms in Urbandale
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Curves
Max Life Fitness
Snap Fitness
Spark Barre Pilates and Yoga
Golf Courses in Urbandale
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Urbandale Golf & Country Club
Breweries in Urbandale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 515 Brewing Company | Brewery, Pub | 7700 University Ave | 5156614615 | Visit |
| Beechwood Lounge | Bar, Brewery | 416 E Walnut St | 5152882337 | Visit |
| Carmen's Bar Grill | Bar (Drinking Places), Bouton, IA, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, American, Drinking | 100 S Beaver Ave | 5156762001 | Visit |
| Confluence Brewing Company | Breweries, Food & Drink | 1235 Thomas Beck Rd | 5152859005 | Visit |
| Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company | American Restaurant, Pub, Brewery | 309 Court Ave | 5152822739 | Visit |
| Court Street Pub | Bars, Beverages, Restaurants, Malt Beverages, Adel Ia, Adel Brewers, Taverns | 911 Court St | 5159931163 | |
| Dino Maze | Brewery | 7401 S W Pterodactyl St | ||
| Exile Brewing Co., Exile Brewing Co | American Restaurant, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar, Brewery, Breweries, B | 1514 Walnut St | 5158832337 | Visit |
| Firetrucker Brewery | Brewery | 716 S W 3rd St | 5159641284 | Visit |
| Fox Brewing | Breweries, Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Food & Drink | 103 S 11th St | 15156350323 | Visit |
| Granite City Food & Brewery, Granite City Food Brewery | American Restaurant, Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Food and Beverage, Brewery and American Restaurant, Rest | 12801 University Ave | (515) 224-1300, 5152236621, 5152241300 | Visit |
| Madhouse Brewing Company, Madhouse Brewing Co | Brewery Capitol View South, Brewery | 501 Scott Ave | 5159885535 | Visit |
| Mannings | IA, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Venues, Dive Bar, Taverns, Des Moines, | 2102 Indianola Ave | 5152880030 | |
| New City Market Natural Grcrs | Health & Diet Foods Retail, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Grocery Stores & Supermarkets, Brewer E | 4721 University Ave | ||
| Porterhouse Brewing Co | IA">Brewery | 175 Terrace Dr | ||
| Thunderhead Sports Bar & Grill | Sports Bar, Pizza Place, and Brewery | 1325 S W Oralabor Rd | (515) 289-1578, 5152891578 | Visit |
| Tr's Sports Bar | Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 7500 University Ave |
Nursing Homes in Urbandale
3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAREN ACRES CARE CENTER 3605 ELM DRIVE |
For profit - Corporation | 38 | 32 | 3/5 | — | 3/5 | 4/5 | 5152764969 |
| URBANDALE HEALTH CARE CENTER 4614 NW 84TH STREET |
For profit - Corporation | 130 | 89 | 3/5 | — | 3/5 | 5/5 | 5152706838 |
| DEERFIELD RETIREMENT COMMUNITY INC 13731 HICKMAN ROAD |
Non profit - Corporation | 30 | 28 | 2/5 | — | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5152670438 |
Pharmacies in Urbandale
12 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BIORX | 3821 71ST STREET | 515-727-7937 |
| CENTRAL IOWA COMPOUNDING | 2809 100TH STREET | 515-252-7688 |
| CRITICAL CARE SYSTEMS | 11382 AURORA AVENUE | 515-276-1660 |
| HY-VEE | 8601 DOUGLAS AVENUE | 515-270-2225 |
| IOWA HEALTH HOME CARE | 11333 AURORA AVENUE | 515-557-3100 |
| KMART | 7501 HICKMAN ROAD | 515-270-2623 |
| MEDICAP PHARMACY | 7641 DOUGLAS AVENUE | 515-276-3471 |
| OMNICARE OF URBANDALE | 4621 121ST STREET | 515-727-8090 |
| PHARMERICA | 2901 99TH STREET | 515-331-7756 |
| SUPERTARGET | 11148 PLUM DRIVE | 515-270-6884 |
| WALGREENS - 3773 | 4600 86TH STREET | 515-252-7355 |
| WALGREENS - 4973 | 7000 DOUGLAS AVENUE | 515-276-4903 |
EV Charging Stations in Urbandale
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urbandale Kum and Go | 11989 Hickman Rd | SHELL_RECHARGE | 2 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| HY VEE URBANDALE WEST | 8607 Douglas Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Kum & Go #572 | 4860 NW Urbandale Dr | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| LITHIA MBDM LOT 1 | 9993 Hickman Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| RAMSEY SUBARU RAMSEY MAZDA 1 | 9625 Frontage Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| RAMSEY SUBARU RAMSEY MAZDA 2 | 9625 Frontage Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Urbandale
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| .4 MI W OF US 69 .4 MI S OF NE 134TH AVE | TOWER | 451 |
| .4 MI W OF US 69 .4 MI S OF NE 134TH AVE | TOWER | 451 |
| 1.67 MI NNE | TOWER | 141 |
| 1.67 MI NNE | TOWER | 141 |
| (Grimes) 1.89 MI NE of Rural Route 80, X Avenue | GTOWER | 106 |
| (Grimes) 1.89 MI NE of Rural Route 80, X Avenue | GTOWER | 106 |
Fire Stations in Urbandale
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urbandale Fire Department | 3927 121ST ST | Mostly career | 515-278-3970 |
Bridges in Urbandale
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1958 | 27 | 79,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1958 | 252 | 35,200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1958 | 254 | 35,200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1958 | 187 | 17,300 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2019 | 2,386 | 15,100 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1989 | 82 | 12,150 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 272 | 12,055 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2002 | 293 | 8,570 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2001 | 23 | 8,166 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1988 | 251 | 3,579 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1988 | 251 | 3,203 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2011 | 26 | 2,628 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2016 | 333 | 2,620 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2016 | 333 | 2,429 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1991 | 75 | 1,821 | F |
Superfund Sites Near Urbandale
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| ADM COMPANY - DM OIL REFINERY | 1940 E. HULL AVENUE | POLK |
Airports Near Urbandale
35 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines International Airport | DSM | Large Airport |
| Agrivation Field | — | Small Airport |
| Ames Municipal Airport | AMW | Small Airport |
| Ankeny Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bascom Field | — | Small Airport |
| Beck Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boone Municipal Airport | BNW | Small Airport |
| Chariton Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Creston Municipal Airport | CSQ | Small Airport |
| Drake Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eldora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elf Run Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farrar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greenfield Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guthrie County Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hedgewood Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hobbes Field | — | Small Airport |
| Husband Field | — | Small Airport |
| Jefferson Municipal Airport | EFW | Small Airport |
| Jukam's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jungmanns Landing | — | Small Airport |
| Kern Field | — | Small Airport |
| Knight Field | — | Small Airport |
| Knoxville Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laverty Field | — | Small Airport |
| Lund Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Morningstar Field | — | Small Airport |
| Nash Field Indianola Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Osceola Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Perry Municipal Airport | PRO | Small Airport |
| Too Short Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tuinstra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Wallace Field | — | Small Airport |
| Winterset Madison County Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Urbandale
28 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adel Police Department | ||
| Ankeny Police Department | ||
| Bob E. Rice Communications Center | 6023 Northeast 14th Street | |
| Clive Police Department | ||
| Dallas County Sheriff's Office | 28985 Thin Blue Line Lane | |
| De Soto Police Department | ||
| Des Moines Police Academy | 433 East Army Post Road | |
| Des Moines Police Animal Control | 1615 Southeast 14th Street | |
| Des Moines Police Department | 25 East 1st Street | |
| Des Moines Police East Side Boxing Club | 2025 East Grand Avenue | |
| DMPD Crime Prevention Building | 106 East 1st Street | |
| DMPD Narcotics and Homeland Security | 101 East 2nd Street | |
| Iowa State Fair Police | ||
| Iowa State Fair Police Department | ||
| Iowa State Patrol - Post 1 | 260 Northwest 48th Place | |
| Johnston Police Department Annex | ||
| Johnston Public Safety Building | ||
| Johnston Public Safety Building | ||
| Madrid Police Department | ||
| Norwalk Police Department | ||
| Polk City Police Station | 309 West Van Dorn Street | |
| Polk County Field Operations Center | 6023 Northeast 14th Street | |
| Urbandale Police Department | 3740 86th Street | |
| Van Meter Police Department | 505 Grant Street | |
| Waukee City Police Department | ||
| West Des Moines Police Department | 250 Mills Civic Parkway | |
| Windsor Heights Police Department | 1133 66th Street | |
| Windsor Heights Police Department | 1133 66th Street |
Grocery Stores in Urbandale
29 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Balkan Foods | Grocery Store | 2791 100th St |
| CASEY'S 3244 | Convenience Store | 3750 111th St |
| CASEY'S 3606 | Convenience Store | 5150 100th St |
| Casey's General Store 2253 | Convenience Store | 2070 NW 100th St |
| Casey's General Store 3210 | Convenience Store | 4400 128th St |
| Casey's General Store 3932 | Convenience Store | 4580 114th St |
| CVS 10480 | Other | 14201 Hickman Rd |
| Dollar General 21061 | Other | 4631 86th St |
| Fareway Stores Inc. 106 | Super Store | 10151 University Ave |
| Git-N-Go 46 | Convenience Store | 8600 Meredith Dr |
| Goodstop by Casey's 5269 | Convenience Store | 1905 SE 37th St |
| Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh #2 7538 | Convenience Store | 1701 SE 37th St.. |
| HyVee Fast and Fresh 7582 | Convenience Store | 12905 Meredith Dr. |
| Iowa Orchard | Farmers and Markets | 9875 Meredith Dr |
| Iowa Steak Company | Other | 3500 SE Miehe Dr |
| Konark Grocers | Grocery Store | 3828 100th St |
| Kwik Star 1050 | Convenience Store | 10912 Douglas Ave |
| Kwik Star 1097 | Convenience Store | 10101 Plum Dr |
| Maxi European Grocery | Convenience Store | 2679 100th St |
| Mega Saver 53 | Convenience Store | 12041 Douglas Pkwy |
| Mega Saver 54 | Convenience Store | 4860 NW Urbandale Dr |
| Papa Murphys | Specialty Store | 4641 86th St |
| Pilot Travel Center 373 | Convenience Store | 11957 Douglas Ave |
| QuikTrip 531 | Convenience Store | 1900 SE 37th St |
| Target Stores T- 1791 | Super Store | 11148 Plum Dr |
| Tfc Store | Grocery Store | 9944 Swanson Blvd |
| Urbandale Fast & Fresh Express 5903 | Convenience Store | 9915 Douglas Ave |
| Walgreens 3773 | Other | 4600 86th St |
| Wang's Asian Market | Other | 3005 100th St |
Treatment Centers in Urbandale
21 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bridges of Iowa Inc | Substance Abuse | 515-777-1121 |
| Central Iowa Psychological Services - Des Moines/Drake | Substance Abuse | 515-233-1122 |
| Central Iowa Psychological Services - West Des Moines/Valley West | Substance Abuse | 515-267-1340 |
| Children and Families of Iowa - Cornerstone Counseling | Substance Abuse | 515-289-2272 |
| Community and Family Resources - Des Moines/3451 Easton | Substance Abuse | 515-262-0349 |
| Community and Family Resources - Des Moines/3806 Easton | Substance Abuse | 515-262-0349 |
| Community and Family Resources - Des Moines/Bernie Lorenz Recovery | Substance Abuse | 515-681-5891 |
| Community and Family Resources - PHC/7555 Hickman | Substance Abuse | 515-248-7201 |
| Ellipsis | Both | 515-243-3459 |
| Eyerly Ball CMHS - Administration | Mental Health | 515-241-0982 |
| Eyerly Ball CMHS - Cropp Clinic | Mental Health | 515-241-0982 |
| Eyerly Ball CMHS - Residential Cummins | Mental Health | 515-277-7933 |
| Eyerly Ball CMHS - Residential/Francis House | Mental Health | 515-279-1015 |
| MercyOne House Mercy - Des Moines | Substance Abuse | 515-643-6500 |
| New Connections - Broadlawns Medical Center | Both | 515-282-6610 |
| Northside Service Center - Children and Families of Iowa | Substance Abuse | 515-266-6338 |
| Orchard Place - Child Guidance Center | Mental Health | 515-244-2267 |
| Orchard Place - PACE | Both | 515-697-5700 |
| Sober Strategies Inc - Des Moines | Substance Abuse | 515-508-0961 |
| Sober Strategies Inc - Des Moines/Bethel Mission | Substance Abuse | 515-508-0961 |
| UCS Healthcare | Both | 515-280-3860 |
DOL Wage Violations in Urbandale
47 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $859,920 in back wages owed to 960 employees.
47
Violations
$859,920
Back Wages Owed
960
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Rodeo | SIGNIFICANT | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $205,048 | $9,320 | 22 |
| Top Job Services | SIGNIFICANT | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $160,559 | $882 | 182 |
| PITNEY BOWES PRESORT SERVICES [OSHA] | SIGNIFICANT | — | 50323 | All Other Business Support Services | 1 | $106,101 | $2,947 | 36 |
| Intoxalock | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $75,174 | $7,517 | 10 |
| Cellular Advantage | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $53,622 | $531 | 101 |
| Professional Project Partners | — | — | 50323 | — | 1 | $48,881 | $2,716 | 18 |
| Deaf Services Unlimited | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $40,864 | $6,811 | 6 |
| IHOP 5410 | — | Dine Brands Global | 50322 | — | 1 | $28,349 | $330 | 86 |
| Appare Japanese Steakhouse | — | — | 50322 | — | 2 | $26,745 | $2,674 | 10 |
| Midwest Ambulance | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $17,960 | $321 | 56 |
| Microtel Inn & Suites | — | — | 50322 | — | 2 | $17,010 | $1,134 | 15 |
| Heartland Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $11,920 | $745 | 16 |
| On Point Security Group | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $9,168 | $9,168 | 1 |
| Scientific Games | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $7,577 | $446 | 17 |
| City of Urbandale | — | City of Urbandale | 50322 | — | 1 | $5,880 | $79 | 74 |
| HealthyCoat | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $4,787 | $1,596 | 3 |
| Consolidated Utility Services | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $4,013 | $100 | 40 |
| The Rock Mortgage Services | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $3,433 | $490 | 7 |
| Corporate Security Solutions Staff Central | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $3,122 | $45 | 70 |
| Villa Lodge | — | — | 50322 | — | 2 | $2,801 | $311 | 9 |
| B-Bop's | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $2,591 | $113 | 23 |
| Tint World | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $2,373 | $791 | 3 |
| Stella's Blue Sky Diner | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $2,364 | $51 | 46 |
| USPS | — | United States Postal Service | 50323 | — | 1 | $2,203 | $2,203 | 1 |
| Premier Communications | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $1,828 | $609 | 3 |
| Motel Relax | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $1,739 | $1,739 | 1 |
| Bath Fitter | — | — | 50322 | — | 2 | $1,586 | $793 | 2 |
| Sam & Louie's Pizza | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $1,542 | $110 | 14 |
| Hotsy Cleaning Systems, Inc | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $1,538 | $385 | 4 |
| Iowa Outdoor Products | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $1,185 | $593 | 2 |
| STIVERS LINCOLN MERCURY, INC. | — | — | 50322 | New Car Dealers | 1 | $1,130 | $126 | 9 |
| Lenz Heating and Cooling | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $1,117 | $372 | 3 |
| St. Andrews Apartments | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $869 | $145 | 6 |
| Range Grill and Golf | — | — | 50323 | — | 1 | $782 | $71 | 11 |
| Hy-Vee Urbandale | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $739 | $34 | 22 |
| Murphy's Bar & Grill | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $617 | $617 | 1 |
| Urbandale, City of (Public Library) | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $547 | $61 | 9 |
| Advanced Eye Care Center PC | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $444 | $148 | 3 |
| Dayton Heating & Air Conditioning | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $429 | $86 | 5 |
| Urbandale Health & Rehab | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $350 | $350 | 1 |
| Urbandale Golf & Country Club | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $289 | $145 | 2 |
| ABC Pest Control | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $167 | $56 | 3 |
| Complete Entertainment Svc/Jumping Jack | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $144 | $144 | 1 |
| M&M Commercial Cleaning | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $139 | $139 | 1 |
| The Urban Grill | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $115 | $38 | 3 |
| I HOP #5410 | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $40 | $40 | 1 |
| JC Corner Store | — | — | 50322 | — | 1 | $39 | $39 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Urbandale
36 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AGAPE CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE | 4409 121ST ST |
| ARK CHURCH INC | 4521 PARKVIEW DR |
| ASSEMBLY OF GOD | 10525 BUENA VISTA CT |
| ASSEMBLY OF GOD | 10525 BUENA VISTA CT |
| CEDAR & STONE INC | 3900 MARY LYNN DR |
| CENTRAL COMMUNITY FREE METHODIST CHURCH | 8105 DOUGLAS AVE |
| CHRISTIAN LIFE CHURCH | 3821 GREENVIEW DR |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 2700 72ND ST |
| DESTINY CHURCH | 10525 BUENA VISTA CT |
| DIVINE INSPIRATION FASHION MINISTRIES INC | 13422 OAK BROOK DR |
| ECCLESIA OF HIS GRACE AND GLORY MINISTRIES INC | 9800 BROOKVIEW DR |
| FIRST ARABIC PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | 2400 86TH ST STE 20 |
| FIRST FEDERATED CHURCH OF DES MOINES | 12001 RIDGEMONT DR |
| GLORIA DEI LUTHERAN CHURCH | 8301 AURORA AVE |
| GLORIA DEI LUTHERAN CHURCH FOUNDATION | 8301 AURORA AVE |
| GREATER NEW DAYLIGHT TABERNACLE | PO BOX 7543 |
| IOWA SIKH GURUDWARA | 14007 BRIARWOOD LN |
| JOURNEY CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE | 4409 121ST ST |
| KINGDOM HOUSE INC | 4521 PARKVIEW DR |
| LIFEHOUSE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF OPEN BIBLE CHURCHES | 4095 NW URBANDALE DR |
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What is the population of Urbandale?
Urbandale has a population of 46,026 residents and is located in Iowa. The population density is 2,042 people per square mile, spread across 21.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.7 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.
Is Urbandale expensive to live in?
Urbandale is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $113,086, 50% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $318,800 (13% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,176 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Urbandale safe?
Urbandale is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,022 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Urbandale receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Urbandale?
Urbandale has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.
How is the job market in Urbandale?
The job market in Urbandale is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,395. There are 20,581 business establishments in the area, including 1,227 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 15.9% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Urbandale?
The median home value in Urbandale is $318,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,073. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,176. Fair market rent is $788 for a 1-bedroom and $989 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 77.6%. The average annual property tax is $6,943.
How are the schools in Urbandale?
Schools in Urbandale score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 51.4% of adults in Urbandale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 17.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Urbandale?
The obesity rate in Urbandale is 33.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.1% of adults are smokers. 19.8% are physically inactive. 21.0% of residents report depression. 5.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,073.
What is transportation like in Urbandale?
The average commute in Urbandale is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.9% work from home.
What are the demographics of Urbandale?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Urbandale is 83.9% White, 5.5% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 88.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.6% speak Spanish. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 7.1% of residents have a disability. 94.8% have health insurance coverage.
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