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Waukee, IA
Waukee · Dallas County · IA 50263
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$310K
Median Price
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Walk Score
5.9/10
Schools
20 min
to Des Moines
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
BSafety
78/100
C-Schools
59/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score64/100
Our Take
Waukee offers a solid mix of good schools, a healthy median income, and relatively affordable home prices for families. It’s a car‑centric suburb with limited walkability and public transit, so you’ll need a vehicle for most errands. The low flood risk and decent safety make it a solid option if you’re looking to settle down near Des Moines.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated elementary schools
- ✓Median home price around $310k, below the $400k regional average
- ✓Strong median household income of $107k
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
Real Talk
- !Car‑dependent lifestyle: nearly every errands need a vehicle
- !Limited public transit options; no direct bus or rail to downtown Des Moines
- !Commute times can spike during peak hours, averaging 20‑30 minutes
- !Higher living costs than more rural Iowa communities
- $Higher property taxes due to suburban assessment rates
- $Elevated utility bills (electricity, water) compared to smaller towns
- $Increased auto insurance and maintenance costs from daily commuting
Best For
Families with childrenCommuters to Des MoinesRemote workers needing a quiet home environmentFirst‑time home buyers looking for affordable property
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Waukee, IA
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer 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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