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Waukee, IA

Iowa · Polk County · Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro

Waukee is a small city in Iowa with a population of 26,974. Residents earn $106,728 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
26,974 Population 1,231/sq mi density
$106,728 Median Income $52,233 per capita
$328,200 Home Value $341,897 Zillow
$1,290 Median Rent 26.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
62 Violent Crime/100K 759 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$106,728 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$328,200 home value, $1,290/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
62 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $106,728
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $328,200
16% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 62/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.7%
68% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,290
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

How Waukee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population26,974
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density1,231/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$106,728
Per Capita$52,233
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$63,823M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$328,200
Rent$1,290
Ownership69.3%
Zillow$341,897
Housing Units10,318
Rent Burden26.0%

Crime

F
Violent62/100K
Property759/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault25/100K
Burglary115/100K

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking10.2%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,006 ft (307 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.7%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+17.2%
School Score5.70

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute20 min
Broadband93.1%
EV Stations12
Libraries19

Is Waukee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waukee receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Waukee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waukee is $106,728, which is significantly higher than the national average / 42% above $75,149. This places Waukee among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waukee is $328,200, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,290 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Waukee is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 759 per 100,000, 61% below the national average.

Education

Waukee is a highly educated community / 56.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Waukee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 36.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Waukee has a population of 26,974 with a density of 1,231 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 square miles. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 4.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.2% of residents, while 13.8% speak Spanish. 5.9% of the population are veterans. 5.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

26,974
Total Population
1,231
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
13.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Waukee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish 13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Waukee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waukee is $106,728, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,233 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,395. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% 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 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 21.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waukee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,728
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,233
Avg Weekly Wage$1,395
IRS Avg AGI$93,610
Gini Index0.433 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,581
County GDP$63,823M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,227
Healthcare1,513
Retail1,606
Manufacturing341

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,943
98% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Waukee is $328,200, 16% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $341,897. Homes sell for 99.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,290 (11% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $788 for a one-bedroom to $989 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 10,318 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2008. The average annual property tax is $6,943 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$328,200
16% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$341,897
Median List Price$395,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$395,000
$/Sq Ft$235
Homes Sold42
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops25.8%
Inventory310

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,290
11% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,502
Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.3%
Owner-Occupied69.3%
Renter-Occupied30.7%
Housing Units10,318
Median Year Built2008

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,943
98% above US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Waukee, 32.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 28.1% have high blood pressure. 10.2% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 22.1% report binge drinking. 18.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 19.5% report depression. 14.5% experience frequent mental distress. 5.0% 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 — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5
3.5
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
3.7
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
3.6
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
68.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.8
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
137.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Waukee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.2%
27% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep26.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,073
Dentists1:1,259
Mental Health1:285
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits76.7%
Premature Death7,653/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,513
Waukee has a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 24.7 per 100,000, robbery at 4.1, rape at 33.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 759 per 100,000, 61% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 590, burglary at 115, vehicle theft at 54 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 33 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Waukee receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Waukee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent61.8/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape33.0/100K
Robbery4.1/100K
Assault24.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property758.6/100K
61% below US avg
Burglary115.4/100K
Theft589.6/100K
Vehicle Theft53.6/100K
Arson4.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
Traffic Accidents209
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Waukee experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°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 36.6 inches. The area receives 36.5 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 1,006 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,006 ft (307 m)
Area13.0 sq mi (33.6 km²)
Population Density1,231/sq mi
Coordinates41.5905°N, 93.8828°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPolk County County
Nearest AirportDes Moines International (DSM)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 36.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.76"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

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 RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score92.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability17.0 / 100
Community Resilience91.2 / 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)

Tornado History

708 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 20 fatalities, 368 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 13, 1976 EF5 38 km 0
Jun 27, 1953 EF5 70 km 1
Mar 5, 2022 EF4 48 km 6
Apr 8, 1999 EF4 72 km 0
May 27, 1995 EF4 100 km 0
May 27, 1995 EF4 67 km 0
May 27, 1995 EF4 73 km 0
May 30, 1989 EF4 97 km 0
May 24, 1989 EF4 71 km 0
May 24, 1989 EF4 98 km 0
Sep 28, 1986 EF4 29 km 0
Jun 18, 1974 EF4 27 km 2
May 5, 1965 EF4 93 km 0
May 10, 1959 EF4 63 km 0
May 10, 1953 EF4 93 km 0
Mar 5, 2022 EF3 83 km 1
Aug 20, 2019 EF3 48 km 0
Jul 19, 2018 EF3 80 km 0
Jul 19, 2018 EF3 90 km 0
Jun 22, 2015 EF3 80 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NEAL SMITH WUI 2016 1 (1,050 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 NEAL SMITH WUI 2016 1 1,050 50 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.0 in
March 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
June 71°F (21°C) 4.8 in Wettest
July 76°F (24°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.1 in

Waukee has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 22°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (0.9").

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Waukee is located in Polk County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 56.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. 17.2% 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. 93.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 12 EV charging stations. There are 19 public libraries serving the community. 1,513 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.9%
D 54.8%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
Traffic Accidents209
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.7%
68% above US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+17.2%
School Test Score5.70
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,231/sq mi
Total Area13.0 sq mi
CountyPolk County County

Services

Broadband Access93.1%
Avg Download Speed130.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed25.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations12
Alt Fuel Stations22
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,513
Restaurants1,227
Retail Stores1,606

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.0%
Average costs for common services in Waukee. 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)
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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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
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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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

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

Schools in Waukee

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Northwest High School High 1,427 0
Waukee High School High 1,268 82 15.5:1
Waukee Middle School Middle 1,069 67 16.0:1
Prairieview School 1,039 60 17.3:1
South Middle School Middle 909 60 15.2:1
Timberline School 889 59 15.1:1
Waukee Elementary School Elementary 682 44 15.5:1
Eason Elementary School Elementary 641 42 15.3:1
Grant Ragan Elementary School Elementary 620 45 13.8:1
Vince Meyer Early Learning Center 371 13 28.5:1
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Radio Stations near Waukee

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 Waukee

11 campgrounds found near Waukee.

NameRatingSitesPrice
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 Waukee

18 national parks and monuments found near Waukee.

ParkTypeFee
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
Nine Eagles State Park State Park Free
Pine Lake State Park State Park Free
Red Haw 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

Museums in Waukee

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EDMUNDSON ART FOUNDATIONART MUSEUM5152774405$6,378,251
LIVING HISTORY FARMS FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM5152785286$3,241,576
TERRACE HILL SOCIETY FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5152425841$1,106,749
SALISBURY HOUSE FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM5152741777$761,324
WALLACE HOUSE MUSEUM AND VICE PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARYHISTORY MUSEUM8665008980$595,168
HOYT SHERMAN PLACE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5152440507$361,001
VOAS NATURE AREA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM19286 LEXINGTON ROAD5154653577$134,672
DES MOINES METROPOLITAN HISTORICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION$78,504
WEST DES MOINES HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2001 FULLER ROAD5152776652$70,952
WINTERSET ART CENTERART MUSEUM5152103286$13,013
BIG CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION112 3RD STREET5159653828$3,087
ANDERSON GALLERYART MUSEUM4122683618
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS TEST GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1716 LOCUST STREET
BOB FELLER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM310 MILL STREET5159962806
BRENTON ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5159924211
CLIVE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8641 SWANSON BLVD
DES MOINES ART CENTERART MUSEUM5152774405
DES MOINES�AND RACCOON VALLEY RAILWAY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM14581 K AVENUE
DEXTER COMMUNITY HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FOREST PARK MUSEUM AND ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER14581 K AVE5154653577
GRIMES HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5159863076
GRIMES IOOF BUILDINGHISTORIC PRESERVATION
IOWA GOLD STAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5152524531
JOHNSTON STATION HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5153310687
JON A WHITE MEMORIAL WILDLIFE HABITAT AND MEDITATION GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
JORDAN HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5152251286
LIVING HISTORY FARMSGENERAL MUSEUM5152785286
MADISON COUNTY COURTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
URBANDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5152702917
WAUKEE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION230 W HICKMAN RD5159787900

Libraries in Waukee

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
URBANDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY3520 86TH ST0.0314,597
WEST DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY4000 GEORGE M. MILLS CIVIC PARKWAY0.0305,307
WAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY950 WARRIOR LN0.0156,774
JOHNSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY6700 MERLE HAY RD0.0150,572
GRIMES PUBLIC LIBRARY200 N JAMES ST0.088,910
CLIVE PUBLIC LIBRARY1900 NW 114TH ST0.087,564
NORWALK EASTER PUBLIC LIBRARY1051 NORTH AVE0.072,378
PERRY PUBLIC LIBRARY1101 WILLIS AVE0.068,036
ADEL PUBLIC LIBRARY303 S 10TH ST0.047,655
ROY R. ESTLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY1308 WALNUT ST0.024,879
POLK CITY COMMUNITY LIBRARY1500 W BROADWAY0.021,955
DE SOTO PUBLIC LIBRARY405 WALNUT ST0.019,980
EARLHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY120 S CHESTNUT0.013,789
VAN METER PUBLIC LIBRARY505 GRANT0.010,616
GRANGER PUBLIC LIBRARY2216 BROADWAY0.08,572
MINBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY315 BAKER ST0.04,496

Farmers Markets in Waukee

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adel Farmers MarketCourthouse Square
Beaverdale Farmers Market4100 Urbandale Avenue06/04/2019 to 09/10/2019Tue: 4:00 PM-7:30 PM;Visit
Drake Neighborhood Farmers Market24th St and Cottage Grove06/01/2017 to 10/12/2017Thu: 4:30 PM-7:30 PM;YesVisit
Grimes Farmers MarketTrue Value parking lot
Historic Valley Junction Farmers Market5th Street, Valley JunctionThu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;Visit
Johnston Farmers MarketCorner of NW 62nd Avenue & Merle Hay Road05/24/2016 to 10/04/2016Tue: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;YesVisit
LSI Global Greens Farmers' Market3200 University Ave05/01/2018 to 10/31/2018Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Norwalk Area Farmers MarketDollar General Store parking LotJune to SeptemberFri:4:00 pm - 7:00 pm;
Perry Farmers Market1st & Willis at Caboose parking lot
Polk City Farmers MarketTown Square05/29/2014 to 10/16/2014Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Valley Junction Farmers Market100 & 200 blocks on 5th Street05/05/2016 to 09/29/2016Thu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;YesVisit
Van Meter Farmers Market Van Meter Recreation Complex behind Casey's MarketVisit
Waukee Downtown Farmers MarketAshworth Dr. and 6th St.06/01/2016 to 09/28/2016Wed: 4:00 AM-7:00 AM;Visit
West Glen Farmers MarketAvenue of the Arts in West Glen Town Center

Hotels in Waukee

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aloft Waukee
Sleep Inn

Restaurants in Waukee

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Agave
Central Standard
Fresh Mediterranean Express
Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant
IHOP
Kue'd Smokehouse
Los Tres Amigos
Pizza Ranch
Shanghai Chinese Restaurant
Tsing Tsao Waukee

Cafes in Waukee

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Scooter's Coffee
Smokey Row Coffee
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks

Cinemas in Waukee

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Palms Theatres & IMAX

Clinics in Waukee

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mercy Clinics Family Medicine Waukee
The Iowa Clinic
UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine
US #9044719355

Dentists in Waukee

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central Iowa Orthodontics
Craig Dental Center
Des Moines Children's Dentistry
Johnson Orthodontics
Waukee Family Dentistry

Gas Stations in Waukee

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store
Fleet Farm
Hy-Vee
Hy-Vee Gas
Hyvee Fast & Fresh
Kum & Go
Kum & Go
Kwik Star

Banks in Waukee

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central Bank
Community State Bank
GreenState Credit Union
Peoples Bank
West Bank

Gyms in Waukee

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping
Jacobs Gymnastics

Golf Courses in Waukee

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sugar Creek Golf Course

Breweries in Waukee

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
515 Brewing CompanyBrewery, Pub7700 University Ave5156614615Visit
Court Street PubBars, Beverages, Restaurants, Malt Beverages, Adel Ia, Adel Brewers, Taverns911 Court St5159931163
Exile Brewing Co., Exile Brewing CoAmerican Restaurant, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar, Brewery, Breweries, B1514 Walnut St5158832337Visit
Fox BrewingBreweries, Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Food & Drink103 S 11th St15156350323Visit
Granite City Food & Brewery, Granite City Food BreweryAmerican Restaurant, Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Food and Beverage, Brewery and American Restaurant, Rest12801 University Ave(515) 224-1300, 5152236621, 5152241300Visit
New City Market Natural GrcrsHealth & Diet Foods Retail, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Grocery Stores & Supermarkets, Brewer E4721 University Ave
Porterhouse Brewing CoIA">Brewery175 Terrace Dr
Tr's Sports BarBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants7500 University Ave

Nursing Homes in Waukee

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
THE VILLAGE AT LEGACY POINTE NURSING FACILITY
1645 SE HOLIDAY CREST CIRCLE
For profit - Corporation 48 41 4/5 5/5 5/5 5159873625

Pharmacies in Waukee

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
THE MEDICAP PHARMACY 10 WARRIOR LANE 515-987-8111

EV Charging Stations in Waukee

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Waukee Kum & Go 5403105 Grand Prairie ParkwayElectrify America4CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
Waukee155 West Hickman RdSHELL_RECHARGE2CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
HY VEE WAUKEE 11005 Hickman RdChargePoint Network2J1772public
HY VEE WAUKEE 21005 Hickman RdChargePoint Network2J1772public
PALM THEATRE & FRIDLEY 185 NE Dartmoor Dr 200 NE Westgate DrChargePoint Network2J1772public
PALM THEATRE & FRIDLEY 2125 NE Dartmoor DrChargePoint Network2J1772public
Shottenkirk Chevrolet755 Hickman RdNon-Networked1J1772private

Cell Towers in Waukee

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1.67 MI NNETOWER141
1.67 MI NNETOWER141
(SW Adel) 2.65 MI SWGTOWER109
(SW Adel) 2.65 MI SWGTOWER109
(Grimes) 1.89 MI NE of Rural Route 80, X AvenueGTOWER106
(Grimes) 1.89 MI NE of Rural Route 80, X AvenueGTOWER106
1.2 MI SWTOWER46
1.2 MI SWTOWER46

Fire Stations in Waukee

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Waukee Fire Department1300 SE L.A. Grant PKWYMostly volunteer515-978-7998

Bridges in Waukee

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196620424,050F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196620424,050F
SlabConcrete continuous20161405,474G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19662275,116F
CulvertConcrete continuous2000253,636F
CulvertConcrete continuous1975263,612F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20103703,048G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1933352,628P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20222012,628G
CulvertConcrete continuous1963262,281F
CulvertConcrete continuous2013262,071G
SlabConcrete1969261,246F
SlabConcrete continuous1986115976G
SlabConcrete continuous2020111289G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete2023207289G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2017135143G
CulvertConcrete continuous20082379G
CulvertSteel19783472F
SlabConcrete continuous202212166G
SlabConcrete continuous19887851G

Airports Near Waukee

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Des Moines International AirportDSMLarge Airport
Agrivation FieldSmall Airport
Ames Municipal AirportAMWSmall Airport
Ankeny Regional AirportSmall Airport
Bascom FieldSmall Airport
Beck AirportSmall Airport
Boone Municipal AirportBNWSmall Airport
Chariton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Creston Municipal AirportCSQSmall Airport
Drake AirportSmall Airport
Elf Run AirportSmall Airport
Farrar AirportSmall Airport
Greenfield Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Guthrie County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hall Farms AirportSmall Airport
Hedgewood Landing AirportSmall Airport
Hobbes FieldSmall Airport
Husband FieldSmall Airport
Jefferson Municipal AirportEFWSmall Airport
Jukam's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Jungmanns LandingSmall Airport
Kern FieldSmall Airport
Knight FieldSmall Airport
Laverty FieldSmall Airport
Lund AirportSmall Airport
Moore Private AirportSmall Airport
Morningstar FieldSmall Airport
Nash Field Indianola AirportSmall Airport
Osceola Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Perry Municipal AirportPROSmall Airport
Riedesel Private AirportSmall Airport
Stagecoach AirportSmall Airport
Too Short AirportSmall Airport
Tuinstra AirfieldSmall Airport
Wallace FieldSmall Airport
Winterset Madison County AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Waukee

18 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Adel Police Department
Clive Police Department
Dallas County Sheriff's Office28985 Thin Blue Line Lane
De Soto Police Department
Earlham Police Department
Johnston Police Department Annex
Johnston Public Safety Building
Johnston Public Safety Building
Madison County Sheriff1012 North John Wayne Drive
Norwalk Police Department
Perry Police Department
Polk City Police Station309 West Van Dorn Street
Urbandale Police Department3740 86th Street
Van Meter Police Department505 Grant Street
Waukee City Police Department
West Des Moines Police Department250 Mills Civic Parkway
Windsor Heights Police Department1133 66th Street
Windsor Heights Police Department1133 66th Street

Grocery Stores in Waukee

17 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ALDI 36Supermarket1030 Hickman Rd
Casey's 4269Convenience Store600 NW 10th St
CASEY'S 5252Convenience Store350 SE University Ave
Casey's General Store 2179Convenience Store1955 University Ave
Casey's General Store 2538Convenience Store20 Hickman Rd
Casey's General Store 3640Convenience Store870 NE Alices Rd
Dollar Tree 4589Other140 SE Laurel St
Fareway Stores Inc. 989Super Store200 SE Laurel St
Hy-Vee 1873Super Store1005 E Hickman
Hy-Vee C Store 5873Convenience Store1025 E Hickman Rd
Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh #2 7588Convenience Store155 W Hickman
Kwik Star 1056Convenience Store855 SE Alices Rd
Maverik 5020Convenience Store400 Prairie Bluff Dr
Maverik 5284Convenience Store3105 Grand Prairie Pkwy
Maverik 5298Convenience Store650 W Hickman Rd
Target Store T2909Super Store900 SE Laurel St
Waukee Fast & Fresh 7587Convenience Store2855 Grand Prairie Pkwy

Post Offices in Waukee

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Waukee Post Office

Treatment Centers in Waukee

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Central Iowa Psychological Services - Des Moines/DrakeSubstance Abuse515-233-1122
Central Iowa Psychological Services - West Des Moines/Valley WestSubstance Abuse515-267-1340
Community and Family Resources - Des Moines/Bernie Lorenz RecoverySubstance Abuse515-681-5891
Community and Family Resources - PHC/7555 HickmanSubstance Abuse515-248-7201
EllipsisBoth515-243-3459
Eyerly Ball CMHS - AdministrationMental Health515-241-0982
Eyerly Ball CMHS - Cropp ClinicMental Health515-241-0982
MercyOne House Mercy - Des MoinesSubstance Abuse515-643-6500
New Connections - Broadlawns Medical CenterBoth515-282-6610
Sober Strategies Inc - Des MoinesSubstance Abuse515-508-0961
UCS HealthcareBoth515-280-3860

DOL Wage Violations in Waukee

10 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $362,548 in back wages owed to 185 employees.

10
Violations
$362,548
Back Wages Owed
185
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
Heartland Tire and Auto SIGNIFICANT 50263 1 $216,961 $8,678 25
Home Solutions of Iowa 50263 1 $84,412 $1,876 45
The Village at Legacy Pointe Watermark Retirement Communities 50263 1 $26,153 $368 71
Systems Management & Balancing 50263 1 $14,305 $4,768 3
Mid-States Ford 50263 1 $9,669 $569 17
Stivers Ford 50263 1 $9,459 $788 12
Access Systems 50263 1 $936 $156 6
Waukee Family YMCA Academy 50263 1 $495 $495 1
Rube's Steakhouse 50263 1 $118 $30 4
Shottenkirk Chevrolet-Pontiac 50263 1 $41 $41 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Waukee

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
HIGHER POWER INC830 SE PLUMWOOD LN
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH900 WARRIOR LN
INTERFAITH CHAPEL240 WAUKEE AVE
MY FAITH MINISTRIES INC1096 SE MAPLELEAF LN
POSITIVE IMPACT MEDIA INC33365 335TH ST
SAHABAH SERVICES14225 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 270
SAME GOD NEW GENERATION INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY CORPORATION700 NE HORIZON DR APT 112
SIMPLE CHURCH370 NE WHITETAIL LN
WAUKEE CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 278
WAUKEE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF WAUKEE IOWA215 N WARRIOR LANE
WAUKEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHPO BOX 26
WESTVIEW CHURCH1155 SE BOONE DR
WESTWIND CHURCH1115 SE WESTBROOKE DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waukee

What is the population of Waukee?

Waukee has a population of 26,974 residents and is located in Iowa. The population density is 1,231 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Waukee expensive to live in?

Waukee 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 $106,728, 42% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $328,200 (16% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,290 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Waukee safe?

Waukee is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 759 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Waukee receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Waukee?

Waukee has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 36.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Waukee?

Waukee has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average 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 20 minutes, and 21.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waukee?

The median home value in Waukee is $328,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $341,897. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,290. Fair market rent is $788 for a 1-bedroom and $989 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.3%. The average annual property tax is $6,943.

How are the schools in Waukee?

Schools in Waukee score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 56.7% of adults in Waukee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. 17.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Waukee?

The obesity rate in Waukee is 32.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.2% of adults are smokers. 18.6% are physically inactive. 19.5% of residents report depression. 5.0% 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 Waukee?

The average commute in Waukee is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waukee?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waukee is 80.5% White, 4.3% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 86.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.8% speak Spanish. 5.9% of the population are military veterans. 5.5% of residents have a disability. 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

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