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Urbandale, IA
Urbandale · Polk County · IA 50322
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$330K
Median Price
29/100
Walk Score
6/10
Schools
20 min
to Des Moines
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
60/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
29/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
Urbandale offers decent home prices and solid schools, but its low walk score and lack of transit make it car‑dependent. It’s a quiet, family‑friendly suburb that’s close enough to Des Moines for work, but it lacks nightlife and convenient public transport. If you’re willing to drive, it’s a solid choice, otherwise consider a more connected area.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable median home price ($247,900) relative to nearby suburbs
- ✓Average school rating of 6 indicates reasonable educational options
- ✓Low flood risk (Flood Zone X)
- ✓Good overall quietness and family-friendly atmosphere
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 29 means you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Public transit options are virtually nonexistent
- !Limited nightlife and dining options close by
- !Crime rates in the area are only moderate, not low
- $Higher property taxes for local schools
- $Potential car maintenance costs due to driving dependence
- $Higher utility costs for larger homes
- $Possible HOA fees for certain neighborhoods
Best For
Families looking for quiet suburban lifeCommuters to Des MoinesRetirees who prefer a small-town feelRemote workers needing reliable internet
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Urbandale, IA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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