Waukee

Dallas County, Iowa

Population 108K |Median income $102,379 |1 hospital

Population

107,968

Dallas County

Median Income

$102,379

+51% vs avg

Median Home Value

$355,600

+56% vs avg

Median Age

36.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

108K+55%

Median Income

$102,379+39%

Median Home Value

$355,600+93%

Poverty Rate

6.3%-2%

Unemployment

2.3%-32%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,311/mo

Poverty Rate

6.3% -56% vs avg

Unemployment 2.3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 51.5%

Work From Home 20.2%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 83.9%

Asian 4.9%

African American 3%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

32.8%

High Blood Pressure

29.4%

Short Sleep Duration

27.8%

Binge Drinking

21.7%

Physical Inactivity

19.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

14.4%

Current Smoking

10.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

10%

Current Asthma

9.2%

Diabetes

8.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.9%

Dental Visit 75%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

5.5%

Coronary Heart Disease

4.6%

Stroke

2.3%

Alerts & News — Waukee Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Warnings high

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle Threatens Eastern Top End with Category 3 Winds

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Carpentaria District Due to Abnormally High Tides

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Waukee, IA? ▼

Waukee, IA has a population of 107,968 people, located in Dallas County, Iowa.

What is the median household income in Waukee? ▼

The median household income in Waukee, IA is $102,379 per year. The poverty rate is 6.3%.

What is the median home value in Waukee? ▼

The median home value in Waukee, IA is $355,600. Median rent is $1,311/month.

What are the top health concerns in Waukee? ▼

The top health indicators in Waukee include Obesity (32.8%), High Blood Pressure (29.4%), Short Sleep Duration (27.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Waukee? ▼

Waukee has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Waukee? ▼

The median age in Waukee, IA is 36.1 years. 51.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Waukee, IA is located in Dallas County, Iowa. With a population of 108K and a median household income of $102,379, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Waukee area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Dallas County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.