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Waukee Overview

25,045
TOTAL POPULATION
12,385
MALE POPULATION
12,660
FEMALE POPULATION
97.83
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.22
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$51,536
PER CAPITA INCOME
$146,357
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$106,846
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,117
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
14,559
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
79.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Waukee Zip Codes

Waukee Area Codes

Race in Waukee

The most populous races in Waukee are White / Caucasian (20,881 | 83.4%), Asian (1,626 | 6.5%), and Two or more Races (1,381 | 5.5%).
Race in Waukee
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,6266.5%
Black / African American8523.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific290.1%
Hispanic or Latino1,2144.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian20,88183.4%
Two or more Races1,3815.5%
Some other Race2761.1%
Total25,045100.0%

Ancestry in Waukee

The most populous ancestries reported in Waukee are German (7,268 | 29.0%), Irish (3,523 | 14.1%), English (2,534 | 10.1%), Norwegian (934 | 3.7%), and Italian (848 | 3.4%), together accounting for 60.3% of all Waukee residents.
Ancestry in Waukee
Ancestry# Population% Population
African2701.1%
American5482.2%
Arab5252.1%
Austrian1010.4%
Belgian150.1%
Brazilian30.0%
British2190.9%
Burmese1550.6%
Central American2651.1%
Cherokee1210.5%
Colombian1340.5%
Croatian190.1%
Czech1530.6%
Czechoslovakian810.3%
Danish3481.4%
Dominican110.0%
Dutch8133.3%
Eastern European50.0%
Egyptian530.2%
English2,53410.1%
European4871.9%
Finnish940.4%
French5542.2%
French Canadian330.1%
German7,26829.0%
Greek350.1%
Guatemalan880.4%
Hungarian570.2%
Indian (Asian)1470.6%
Irish3,52314.1%
Italian8483.4%
Kenyan400.2%
Korean1900.8%
Luxembourger320.1%
Malaysian1900.8%
Mexican5022.0%
Mongolian360.1%
Native Hawaiian100.0%
Nicaraguan1770.7%
Nigerian320.1%
Northern European480.2%
Norwegian9343.7%
Pakistani80.0%
Peruvian1070.4%
Polish2370.9%
Puerto Rican1530.6%
Romanian200.1%
Russian650.3%
Scandinavian2030.8%
Scotch-Irish1180.5%
Scottish4651.9%
Slavic1540.6%
Slovak380.2%
Slovene1510.6%
South American2411.0%
Sri Lankan1000.4%
Subsaharan African3971.6%
Swedish5942.4%
Swiss2040.8%
Thai7122.8%
Turkish200.1%
Ugandan550.2%
Ukrainian150.1%
Welsh300.1%
Yugoslavian1450.6%
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Immigrants in Waukee

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Waukee came from Asia (1,762 | 7.0%), South Central Asia (997 | 4.0%), India (654 | 2.6%), Western Asia (464 | 1.8%), and Europe (413 | 1.7%), together accounting for 17.1% of all Waukee residents.
Immigrants in Waukee
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa3211.3%
Asia1,7627.0%
Australia170.1%
Austria190.1%
Bosnia and Herzegovina2831.1%
Canada350.1%
Caribbean110.0%
Central America2280.9%
China270.1%
Colombia470.2%
Croatia250.1%
Dominican Republic110.0%
Eastern Africa1460.6%
Eastern Asia840.3%
Eastern Europe3481.4%
Egypt390.2%
Europe4131.7%
Germany460.2%
India6542.6%
Iraq3041.2%
Jordan780.3%
Kenya1140.5%
Korea570.2%
Kuwait400.2%
Laos860.3%
Latin America2861.1%
Malaysia140.1%
Mexico1660.7%
Nepal1210.5%
Nicaragua620.3%
Nigeria670.3%
Northern Africa390.2%
Oceania170.1%
Philippines800.3%
Romania200.1%
Russia200.1%
Sierra Leone350.1%
South America470.2%
South Central Asia9974.0%
South Eastern Asia2170.9%
Syria340.1%
Turkey80.0%
Uganda320.1%
Vietnam370.2%
Western Africa1360.5%
Western Asia4641.8%
Western Europe650.3%
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Sex and Age in Waukee

Sex and Age in Waukee

The most populous age groups in Waukee are 35 to 39 Years (1,216 | 9.8%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (1,263 | 10.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Waukee
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,159 (9.4%)911 (7.2%)
5 to 9 Years1,160 (9.4%)923 (7.3%)
10 to 14 Years1,052 (8.5%)1,101 (8.7%)
15 to 19 Years746 (6.0%)743 (5.9%)
20 to 24 Years725 (5.9%)480 (3.8%)
25 to 29 Years730 (5.9%)849 (6.7%)
30 to 34 Years1,126 (9.1%)1,196 (9.5%)
35 to 39 Years1,216 (9.8%)1,263 (10.0%)
40 to 44 Years878 (7.1%)823 (6.5%)
45 to 49 Years865 (7.0%)973 (7.7%)
50 to 54 Years822 (6.6%)658 (5.2%)
55 to 59 Years554 (4.5%)770 (6.1%)
60 to 64 Years421 (3.4%)373 (2.9%)
65 to 69 Years329 (2.7%)531 (4.2%)
70 to 74 Years231 (1.9%)396 (3.1%)
75 to 79 Years222 (1.8%)353 (2.8%)
80 to 84 Years106 (0.9%)128 (1.0%)
85 Years and over43 (0.4%)189 (1.5%)
Total12,385 (100.0%)12,660 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Waukee

Median Family Size in Waukee

The median family size in Waukee is 3.12 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,356 | 82.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.23 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (370 | 5.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.58 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Waukee
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple5,356 (82.5%)3.23
Single Male/Father370 (5.7%)2.58
Single Female/Mother765 (11.8%)2.61
Total Families6,491 (100.0%)3.12

Median Household Size in Waukee

The median household size in Waukee is 2.52 persons per household, with married-couple households (5,356 | 54.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.24 persons per household. non-family households (3,433 | 34.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Waukee
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple5,356 (54.0%)3.24
Single Male/Father370 (3.7%)2.71
Single Female/Mother765 (7.7%)2.88
Non-family3,433 (34.6%)1.28
Total Households9,924 (100.0%)2.52

Household Size by Marriage Status in Waukee

Out of a total of 9,924 households in Waukee, 6,491 (65.4%) are family households, while 3,433 (34.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,244, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,545.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Waukee
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,545 (25.6%)
2-Person Households2,244 (22.6%)770 (7.8%)
3-Person Households1,891 (19.1%)90 (0.9%)
4-Person Households1,489 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households608 (6.1%)28 (0.3%)
6-Person Households191 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households68 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,491 (65.4%)3,433 (34.6%)

Female Fertility in Waukee

Fertility by Age in Waukee

Average fertility rate in Waukee is 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 149.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 78.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Waukee
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years376 (78.0%)149.0
35 to 50 years106 (22.0%)32.0
Total482 (100.0%)74.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Waukee

88.4% of women with births (482) in Waukee are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 14.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Waukee
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years320 (85.1%)56 (14.9%)
35 to 50 years106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total426 (88.4%)56 (11.6%)

Fertility by Education in Waukee

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Waukee
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma11 (2.3%)20.0
College or Associate's Degree113 (23.4%)67.0
Bachelor's Degree256 (53.1%)100.0
Graduate Degree102 (21.2%)88.0
Total482 (100.0%)74.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Waukee

11.6% of women with births in Waukee are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 28.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Waukee
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree81 (71.7%)32 (28.3%)
Bachelor's Degree232 (90.6%)24 (9.4%)
Graduate Degree102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total426 (88.4%)56 (11.6%)

Income in Waukee

Income Overview in Waukee

Per Capita Income in Waukee is $51,536, while median incomes of families and households are $146,357 and $106,846 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income25,045$51,536
Median Family Income6,491$146,357
Mean Family Income6,491$162,527
Median Household Income9,924$106,846
Mean Household Income9,924$131,058
Income Deficit6,491$10,117
Wage / Income Gap (%)25,04531.07%
Wage / Income Gap ($)25,04568.93¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index25,0450.42

Earnings by Sex in Waukee

Average Earnings in Waukee are $60,771, $74,423 for men and $51,302 for women, a difference of 31.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Waukee
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male7,743 (52.2%)$74,423
Female7,100 (47.8%)$51,302
Total14,843 (100.0%)$60,771

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Waukee

The most common earnings brackets in Waukee are $100,000+ for men (2,466 | 31.9%) and $100,000+ for women (949 | 13.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Waukee
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less206 (2.7%)415 (5.9%)
$2,500 to $4,999138 (1.8%)70 (1.0%)
$5,000 to $7,499106 (1.4%)189 (2.7%)
$7,500 to $9,999224 (2.9%)110 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49958 (0.7%)166 (2.3%)
$12,500 to $14,999238 (3.1%)156 (2.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49968 (0.9%)147 (2.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99957 (0.7%)204 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499140 (1.8%)162 (2.3%)
$22,500 to $24,999117 (1.5%)148 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $29,999104 (1.3%)454 (6.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999304 (3.9%)162 (2.3%)
$35,000 to $39,999277 (3.6%)312 (4.4%)
$40,000 to $44,999129 (1.7%)283 (4.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999261 (3.4%)472 (6.7%)
$50,000 to $54,999205 (2.6%)429 (6.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999477 (6.2%)907 (12.8%)
$65,000 to $74,999802 (10.4%)624 (8.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,366 (17.6%)741 (10.4%)
$100,000+2,466 (31.9%)949 (13.4%)
Total7,743 (100.0%)7,100 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Waukee

Average earnings in Waukee are $83,959 for men and $55,763 for women, a difference of 33.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $110,789, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,955. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $76,429, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $35,914.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Waukee
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$34,955$0
High School Diploma$75,253$35,914
College or Associate's Degree$67,883$48,682
Bachelor's Degree$90,577$55,625
Graduate Degree$110,789$76,429
Total$83,959$55,763

Family Income in Waukee

Family Income Brackets in Waukee

According to the Waukee family income data, there are 1,616 families falling into the $150,000 to $199,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.9% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 65 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Waukee
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000651.0%
$10,000 to $14,9991041.6%
$15,000 to $24,999781.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991492.3%
$35,000 to $49,9992473.8%
$50,000 to $74,99977912.0%
$75,000 to $99,99966210.2%
$100,000 to $149,9991,37021.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991,61624.9%
$200,000+1,42221.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Waukee

7+ person families (68 | 1.1%) account for the highest median family income in Waukee with $205,750 per family, while 2-person families (2,430 | 37.4%) have the highest median income of $61,222 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Waukee
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,430 (37.4%)$122,443
3-Person Families1,782 (27.5%)$150,278
4-Person Families1,479 (22.8%)$162,992
5-Person Families541 (8.3%)$145,701
6-Person Families191 (2.9%)$0
7+ Person Families68 (1.1%)$205,750
Total6,491 (100.0%)$146,357

Family Income by Number of Earners in Waukee

The median family income in Waukee is $146,357, with families comprising 3+ earners (562) having the highest median family income of $164,345, while families with no earners (361) have the lowest median family income of $83,285, accounting for 8.7% and 5.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Waukee
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners361 (5.6%)$83,285
1 Earner1,836 (28.3%)$94,000
2 Earners3,732 (57.5%)$153,797
3+ Earners562 (8.7%)$164,345
Total6,491 (100.0%)$146,357

Household Income in Waukee

Household Income Brackets in Waukee

With 2,024 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Waukee, accounting for 20.4% of all households. In contrast, only 169 households (1.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Waukee
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002782.8%
$10,000 to $14,9991691.7%
$15,000 to $24,9994174.2%
$25,000 to $34,9993673.7%
$35,000 to $49,9998048.1%
$50,000 to $74,9991,65716.7%
$75,000 to $99,9991,02210.3%
$100,000 to $149,9992,02420.4%
$150,000 to $199,9991,66716.8%
$200,000+1,51815.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Waukee

The median household income in Waukee is $106,846, with the highest median household income of $130,484 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,058 households (30.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $45,592, with 491 households (5.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Waukee
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years491 (5.0%)$45,592
25 to 44 Years4,725 (47.6%)$121,369
45 to 64 Years3,058 (30.8%)$130,484
65+ Years1,650 (16.6%)$52,500
Total9,924 (100.0%)$106,846

Poverty in Waukee

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Waukee

With 5.7% poverty level for males and 5.9% for females among the residents of Waukee, 18 to 24 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 178 males (18.0%) and 93 females (14.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Waukee
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years49 (4.2%)76 (8.3%)
5 Years28 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years89 (7.0%)111 (8.2%)
12 to 14 Years68 (9.0%)42 (7.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years22 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years178 (18.0%)66 (9.6%)
25 to 34 Years38 (2.1%)73 (3.6%)
35 to 44 Years119 (5.7%)161 (7.7%)
45 to 54 Years75 (4.4%)6 (0.4%)
55 to 64 Years27 (2.8%)96 (8.4%)
65 to 74 Years4 (0.7%)15 (1.6%)
75 Years and over12 (3.4%)93 (14.9%)
Total709 (5.7%)739 (5.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Waukee

According to the poverty statistics in Waukee, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Waukee
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,110 (95.8%)835 (91.7%)
5 Years150 (84.3%)134 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years1,186 (93.0%)1,245 (91.8%)
12 to 14 Years690 (91.0%)492 (92.1%)
15 Years185 (100.0%)218 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years277 (92.6%)315 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years809 (82.0%)624 (90.4%)
25 to 34 Years1,818 (98.0%)1,972 (96.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,975 (94.3%)1,925 (92.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,612 (95.6%)1,625 (99.6%)
55 to 64 Years948 (97.2%)1,047 (91.6%)
65 to 74 Years556 (99.3%)912 (98.4%)
75 Years and over343 (96.6%)529 (85.1%)
Total11,659 (94.3%)11,873 (94.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Waukee

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Waukee show that 1.4% or 75 of the total 5,356 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.0%, comprising of 43 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Waukee
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,118 (98.5%)32 (1.5%)
1 or 2 Children2,653 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children497 (92.0%)43 (8.0%)
5 or more Children13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,281 (98.6%)75 (1.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Waukee

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Waukee
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)154 (26.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)20 (66.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)174 (22.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Waukee

The poverty data for Waukee shows that 75 of the married-couple family households (1.4%) and 174 of the single-parent households (15.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (8.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 household (21.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Waukee
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children32 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)154 (17.6%)
3 or 4 Children43 (8.0%)20 (21.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (1.4%)174 (15.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Waukee

Employment by Class of Employer in Waukee

Among the 13,926 employed individuals in Waukee, private company employees (10,372 | 74.5%), not-for-profit organizations (1,025 | 7.4%), and local government employees (740 | 5.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Waukee
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees10,37274.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)4473.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5844.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,0257.4%
Local Government Employees7405.3%
State Government Employees5153.7%
Federal Government Employees2431.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total13,926100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Waukee

According to the labor force statistics for Waukee, out of the total population over 16 years of age (18,336), 79.4% or 14,559 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 451 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 97.9% or 1,180 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 29.6% or 223 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Waukee
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years754 (69.4%)223 (29.6%)
20 to 24 Years1,180 (97.9%)162 (13.7%)
25 to 29 Years1,510 (95.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years2,081 (89.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years3,703 (88.6%)22 (0.6%)
45 to 54 Years2,999 (90.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years1,083 (81.8%)23 (2.1%)
60 to 64 Years602 (75.8%)7 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years541 (36.4%)15 (2.8%)
75 Years and over113 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total14,559 (79.4%)451 (3.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Waukee

According to labor force statistics for Waukee, 88.6% of individuals (11,976) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (13,517) are in the labor force, with 0.4% or 48 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.5% or 7,799 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 0.6% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Waukee
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School170 (52.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,158 (85.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree2,856 (86.2%)20 (0.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,799 (91.5%)43 (0.5%)
Total11,976 (88.6%)54 (0.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Waukee

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Waukee are Business & Financial (2,159 | 15.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,752 | 12.4%), Community & Social Service (1,553 | 11.0%), Management (1,462 | 10.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (1,238 | 8.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Waukee

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Waukee, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (96.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (87.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (77.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (86.4%), Education, Arts & Media (83.7%), and Health Technologists (83.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Waukee
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,061 (72.6%)401 (27.4%)
Business & Financial1,053 (48.8%)1,106 (51.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,365 (77.9%)387 (22.1%)
Computers & Mathematics880 (71.1%)358 (28.9%)
Architecture & Engineering404 (96.0%)17 (4.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science81 (87.1%)12 (12.9%)
Community & Social Service 300 (19.3%)1,253 (80.7%)
Education, Arts & Media29 (16.3%)149 (83.7%)
Legal Services & Support34 (17.3%)162 (82.7%)
Education Instruction & Library120 (13.6%)762 (86.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment117 (39.4%)180 (60.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating298 (25.0%)894 (75.0%)
Health Technologists132 (16.4%)674 (83.6%)
Total (Category)4,077 (50.2%)4,041 (49.8%)
Total (Overall)7,375 (52.2%)6,740 (47.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Waukee are Food Preparation & Serving (558 | 4.0%), Personal Care & Service (357 | 2.5%), Security & Protection (205 | 1.5%), Firefighting & Prevention (169 | 1.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (161 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Waukee

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Waukee, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (82.6%), and Security & Protection (67.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (88.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (73.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Waukee
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)128 (100.0%)
Security & Protection138 (67.3%)67 (32.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention102 (60.4%)67 (39.6%)
Law Enforcement36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving150 (26.9%)408 (73.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance133 (82.6%)28 (17.4%)
Personal Care & Service40 (11.2%)317 (88.8%)
Total (Category)461 (32.7%)948 (67.3%)
Total (Overall)7,375 (52.2%)6,740 (47.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Waukee are Office & Administration (1,381 | 9.8%), and Sales & Related (1,330 | 9.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Waukee

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Waukee
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related873 (65.6%)457 (34.4%)
Office & Administration340 (24.6%)1,041 (75.4%)
Total (Category)1,213 (44.7%)1,498 (55.3%)
Total (Overall)7,375 (52.2%)6,740 (47.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Waukee are Construction & Extraction (303 | 2.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (217 | 1.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (106 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Waukee

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Waukee
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction303 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair203 (93.5%)14 (6.5%)
Total (Category)612 (97.8%)14 (2.2%)
Total (Overall)7,375 (52.2%)6,740 (47.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Waukee are Production (673 | 4.8%), Material Moving (313 | 2.2%), and Transportation (265 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Waukee

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Waukee
OccupationMaleFemale
Production517 (76.8%)156 (23.2%)
Transportation265 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving230 (73.5%)83 (26.5%)
Total (Category)1,012 (80.9%)239 (19.1%)
Total (Overall)7,375 (52.2%)6,740 (47.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Waukee

Employment Industries in Waukee

The major employment industries in Waukee include Finance & Insurance (3,389 | 24.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,674 | 11.9%), Retail Trade (1,509 | 10.7%), Professional & Scientific (1,324 | 9.4%), and Educational Services (1,132 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Waukee

Employment Industries by Sex in Waukee

The Waukee industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (90.6%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (90.4%), and Construction (87.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (78.5%), Educational Services (75.6%), and Public Administration (60.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Waukee
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting94 (90.4%)10 (9.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction532 (87.9%)73 (12.1%)
Manufacturing705 (69.9%)304 (30.1%)
Wholesale Trade317 (90.6%)33 (9.4%)
Retail Trade985 (65.3%)524 (34.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing242 (67.0%)119 (33.0%)
Utilities116 (63.4%)67 (36.6%)
Information83 (46.6%)95 (53.4%)
Finance & Insurance1,707 (50.4%)1,682 (49.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing163 (58.4%)116 (41.6%)
Professional & Scientific965 (72.9%)359 (27.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support131 (49.6%)133 (50.4%)
Educational Services276 (24.4%)856 (75.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance359 (21.4%)1,315 (78.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation98 (61.3%)62 (38.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services342 (40.6%)501 (59.4%)
Public Administration196 (39.4%)301 (60.6%)
Total7,375 (52.2%)6,740 (47.7%)

Education in Waukee

School Enrollment in Waukee

The most common levels of schooling among the 6,214 students in Waukee are elementary school (1,836 | 29.5%), middle school (1,714 | 27.6%), and high school (1,247 | 20.1%).
School Enrollment in Waukee
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4276.9%
Kindergarten3014.8%
Elementary School1,83629.5%
Middle School1,71427.6%
High School1,24720.1%
College / Undergraduate5859.4%
Graduate / Professional1041.7%
Total6,214100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Waukee

Out of a total of 6,214 students who are enrolled in schools in Waukee, 752 (12.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,462 (87.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 181 (62.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,946 (94.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Waukee
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds110 (37.8%)181 (62.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,946 (94.7%)109 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,941 (92.2%)164 (7.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds912 (90.0%)101 (10.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds172 (91.0%)17 (9.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds116 (62.7%)69 (37.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds106 (57.3%)79 (42.7%)
35 Years and over160 (83.8%)31 (16.2%)
Total5,462 (87.9%)752 (12.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Waukee

Business (2,718 | 26.6%), education (1,021 | 10.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (995 | 9.8%), science & technology (916 | 9.0%), and engineering (739 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 10,206 individuals in Waukee who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Waukee
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics4824.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural9959.8%
Physical & Health Sciences1621.6%
Psychology5285.2%
Social Sciences4714.6%
Engineering7397.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies260.3%
Science & Technology9169.0%
Business2,71826.6%
Education1,02110.0%
Literature & Languages2392.3%
Liberal Arts & History4013.9%
Visual & Performing Arts3693.6%
Communications4724.6%
Arts & Humanities6676.5%
Total10,206100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Waukee

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Waukee

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Waukee are males with 2 vehicles (4,110, accounting for 56.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,710, making up 61.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Waukee
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle151 (2.1%)53 (0.8%)
1 Vehicle1,132 (15.6%)1,322 (19.8%)
2 Vehicles4,110 (56.7%)3,710 (55.6%)
3 Vehicles1,296 (17.9%)1,099 (16.5%)
4 Vehicles493 (6.8%)414 (6.2%)
5 or more Vehicles71 (1.0%)75 (1.1%)
Total7,253 (100.0%)6,673 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Waukee

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Waukee are 15 to 19 minutes (2,609 commuters, 22.5%), 20 to 24 minutes (2,315 commuters, 20.0%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,964 commuters, 17.0%).
Commute Time in Waukee
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4804.2%
5 to 9 Minutes9598.3%
10 to 14 Minutes1,96417.0%
15 to 19 Minutes2,60922.5%
20 to 24 Minutes2,31520.0%
25 to 29 Minutes9618.3%
30 to 34 Minutes1,24410.7%
35 to 39 Minutes3993.5%
40 to 44 Minutes2382.1%
45 to 59 Minutes2652.3%
60 to 89 Minutes520.4%
90 or more Minutes880.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Waukee

The most common commute times in Waukee are 20 to 24 minutes (1,355 commuters, 22.4%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,379 commuters, 24.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Waukee
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes135 (2.2%)345 (6.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes375 (6.2%)584 (10.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,004 (16.6%)960 (17.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,230 (20.4%)1,379 (24.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,355 (22.4%)960 (17.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes425 (7.0%)536 (9.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes923 (15.3%)321 (5.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes190 (3.1%)209 (3.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes150 (2.5%)88 (1.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes144 (2.4%)121 (2.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes23 (0.4%)29 (0.5%)
90 or more Minutes88 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Waukee

The most frequent times of departure to work in Waukee are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (1,063, 17.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,287, 23.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Waukee
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM164 (2.7%)106 (1.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM123 (2.0%)49 (0.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM239 (4.0%)157 (2.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM361 (6.0%)341 (6.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,063 (17.6%)704 (12.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,057 (17.5%)1,062 (19.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,058 (17.5%)1,287 (23.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM800 (13.2%)543 (9.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM113 (1.9%)386 (7.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM165 (2.7%)295 (5.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM49 (0.8%)60 (1.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM53 (0.9%)20 (0.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM463 (7.7%)243 (4.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM334 (5.5%)279 (5.0%)
Total6,042 (100.0%)5,532 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Waukee

Occupancy by Ownership in Waukee

Of the total 9,924 dwellings in Waukee, owner-occupied units account for 7,012 (70.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,912 (29.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Waukee
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units7,01270.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,91229.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units9,924100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Waukee

Occupancy by Household Size in Waukee
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,54525.6%
2-Person Household3,01430.4%
3-Person Household1,98120.0%
4+ Person Household2,38424.0%
Total Housing Units9,924100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Waukee

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Waukee
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,290 (50.7%)1,255 (49.3%)
2-Person Household1,944 (64.5%)1,070 (35.5%)
3-Person Household1,681 (84.9%)300 (15.1%)
4+ Person Household2,097 (88.0%)287 (12.0%)
Total Housing Units7,012 (70.7%)2,912 (29.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Waukee

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Waukee
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School35 (31.0%)78 (69.0%)
High School Diploma827 (59.9%)554 (40.1%)
College/Associate Degree1,476 (54.6%)1,226 (45.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4,674 (81.6%)1,054 (18.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Waukee

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Waukee
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,70127.2%
35 to 44 Years2,51525.3%
45 to 54 Years1,80118.1%
55 to 64 Years1,25712.7%
65 to 74 Years9309.4%
75 to 84 Years5385.4%
85 Years and Over1821.8%
Total9,924100.0%

Housing Finances in Waukee

Median Income by Occupancy in Waukee

Median Income by Occupancy in Waukee
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied7,012 (70.7%)$135,091
Renter-Occupied2,912 (29.3%)$61,147
Average9,924 (100.0%)$106,846

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Waukee

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Waukee
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000131 (1.9%)57 (2.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99954 (0.8%)31 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $14,99967 (1.0%)99 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99951 (0.7%)192 (6.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99962 (0.9%)116 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999112 (1.6%)257 (8.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999511 (7.3%)292 (10.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999853 (12.2%)807 (27.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999677 (9.7%)345 (11.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,484 (21.2%)540 (18.5%)
$150,000 or more3,010 (42.9%)176 (6.0%)
Total7,012 (100.0%)2,912 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Waukee

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Waukee
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30063 (0.9%)42 (1.4%)
$300 to $499113 (1.6%)128 (4.4%)
$500 to $799573 (8.2%)95 (3.3%)
$800 to $999517 (7.4%)322 (11.1%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,257 (17.9%)1,632 (56.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,334 (19.0%)440 (15.1%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,754 (25.0%)174 (6.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999688 (9.8%)14 (0.5%)
$3,000 or more713 (10.2%)53 (1.8%)
Total7,012 (100.0%)2,912 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Waukee

Housing Structures in Waukee

Housing Structures in Waukee
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5,91559.6%
Single Unit, Attached9749.8%
2 Unit Apartments300.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3833.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1011.0%
10 or more Apartments2,14221.6%
Mobile Home / Other3793.8%
Total9,924100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Waukee

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Waukee
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached5,651 (95.5%)264 (4.5%)
Single Unit, Attached612 (62.8%)362 (37.2%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments213 (55.6%)170 (44.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)101 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments157 (7.3%)1,985 (92.7%)
Mobile Home / Other379 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,012 (70.7%)2,912 (29.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Waukee

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Waukee
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)95 (3.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms111 (1.6%)1,153 (39.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,685 (24.0%)1,097 (37.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,390 (34.1%)487 (16.7%)
8 or more Rooms2,826 (40.3%)80 (2.8%)
Total7,012 (100.0%)2,912 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Waukee

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Waukee
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5,674 (80.9%)913 (31.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas137 (1.9%)29 (1.0%)
Electricity1,173 (16.7%)1,963 (67.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels28 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)7 (0.2%)
Total7,012 (100.0%)2,912 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Waukee

Household Vehicle Usage in Waukee
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle76 (1.1%)253 (8.7%)
1 Vehicle1,617 (23.1%)1,371 (47.1%)
2 Vehicles3,920 (55.9%)998 (34.3%)
3 or more Vehicles1,399 (20.0%)290 (10.0%)
Total7,012 (100.0%)2,912 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Waukee

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Waukee

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,3495,663
Median Property Value$279,300$312,400
Median Household Income$87,161$2,566
Monthly Housing Costs$811$680
Real Estate Taxes$4,989$209

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Waukee

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Waukee
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00055 (4.1%)69 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999208 (15.4%)64 (1.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999498 (36.9%)2,521 (44.5%)
$300,000 to $499,999350 (26.0%)2,333 (41.2%)
$500,000 to $749,999137 (10.2%)486 (8.6%)
$750,000 to $999,99968 (5.0%)161 (2.8%)
$1,000,000 or more33 (2.5%)29 (0.5%)
Total1,349 (100.0%)5,663 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Waukee

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Waukee
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00074 (5.5%)50 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $24,99974 (5.5%)111 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99952 (3.8%)106 (1.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999227 (16.8%)60 (1.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999146 (10.8%)284 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999142 (10.5%)707 (12.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999190 (14.1%)535 (9.5%)
$150,000 or more444 (32.9%)1,294 (22.9%)
Total1,349 (100.0%)5,663 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Waukee

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Waukee
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x520 (38.6%)145,655 (2,572.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x374 (27.7%)2,118 (37.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x111 (8.2%)1,740 (30.7%)
4.0x or more303 (22.5%)984 (17.4%)
Total1,349 (100.0%)5,663 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Waukee

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Waukee
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800197 (14.6%)58 (1.0%)
$800 to $1,49913 (1.0%)116 (2.1%)
$800 to $1,4991,022 (75.8%)157 (2.8%)
Total1,349 (100.0%)5,663 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Waukee

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waukee

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waukee
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,309 (96.9%)73 (3.1%)
6 to 18 Years5,016 (96.6%)178 (3.4%)
19 to 25 Years1,842 (97.5%)48 (2.5%)
26 to 34 Years2,984 (86.9%)450 (13.1%)
35 to 44 Years3,910 (93.5%)270 (6.5%)
45 to 54 Years3,150 (94.9%)168 (5.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,957 (92.4%)161 (7.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,487 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older977 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23,632 (94.6%)1,348 (5.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Waukee

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Waukee
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,309 (96.9%)73 (3.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen5,016 (96.6%)178 (3.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,842 (97.5%)48 (2.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Waukee

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Waukee
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,094 (80.7%)261 (19.3%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,917 (96.9%)62 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,986 (91.9%)263 (8.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,989 (83.1%)405 (16.9%)
$100,000 and over15,646 (97.8%)357 (2.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waukee

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waukee
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6246 (10.3%)2,091 (87.8%)
6 to 18 Years1,104 (21.3%)4,132 (79.5%)
19 to 25 Years331 (17.5%)1,519 (80.4%)
25 to 34 Years79 (2.3%)2,905 (84.6%)
35 to 44 Years258 (6.2%)3,802 (91.0%)
45 to 54 Years299 (9.0%)2,980 (89.8%)
55 to 64 Years351 (16.6%)1,646 (77.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,442 (97.0%)966 (65.0%)
75 Years and over913 (93.4%)801 (82.0%)
Total5,023 (20.1%)20,842 (83.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Waukee

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Waukee
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years67 (2.5%)35 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years106 (3.7%)38 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years286 (6.0%)175 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years146 (26.1%)229 (24.7%)
75 Years and over72 (20.3%)218 (35.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Waukee

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Waukee: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years121 (2.5%)26 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years109 (19.5%)148 (16.0%)
75 Years and over31 (8.7%)64 (10.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Waukee: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years102 (2.1%)10 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)29 (3.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)48 (7.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Waukee: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years67 (2.5%)35 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years98 (3.5%)12 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years241 (5.1%)49 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (2.3%)16 (1.7%)
75 Years and over44 (12.4%)32 (5.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Waukee: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years8 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years208 (4.4%)98 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years58 (10.4%)52 (5.6%)
75 Years and over35 (9.9%)177 (28.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Waukee: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (0.1%)17 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years89 (1.9%)79 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years19 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)39 (6.3%)

Technology Access in Waukee

Computing Device Access in Waukee

Computing Device Access in Waukee
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop8,56886.3%
Smartphone9,43295.0%
Tablet6,98870.4%
No Computing Device2622.6%
Total9,924100.0%

Internet Access in Waukee

Internet Access in Waukee
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet70.1%
Broadband Home7,99680.6%
Cellular Data Only7988.0%
Satellite Internet6596.6%
No Internet7958.0%
Total9,924100.0%

Waukee Summary

Waukee, Iowa is a city located in Dallas County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 17,043 at the 2010 census, an increase of 169.2% from the 2000 census.

History

The area that is now Waukee was first settled in 1845 by a group of settlers from Pennsylvania. The town was originally called Waukeetown, after the Waukee Indians who lived in the area. The town was officially incorporated in 1876.
In the early 1900s, Waukee was a small farming community. The town was known for its large grain elevators and its many churches. In the 1950s, Waukee began to experience a population boom as people moved to the area from other parts of Iowa and the Midwest.

Geography

Waukee is located at 41°35′N 93°48′W (41.58, -93.80). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.2 square miles (29.0 km2), all of it land.

Economy

Waukee is a growing city with a diverse economy. The city is home to several large employers, including Hy-Vee, Wells Fargo, and John Deere. The city also has a thriving retail sector, with several large shopping centers and a variety of restaurants.
The city is also home to several technology companies, including Microsoft, Google, and Apple. The city is also home to several medical facilities, including MercyOne Waukee Medical Center and the Waukee Family Health Center.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 17,043 people, 6,541 households, and 4,717 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,521.3 people per square mile (586.3/km2). There were 6,890 housing units at an average density of 615.3 per square mile (237.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 90.2% White, 2.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 4.2% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.9% of the population.
There were 6,541 households, out of which 37.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.2% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.3% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.12.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 32.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $62,917, and the median income for a family was $72,917. Males had a median income of $50,000 versus $35,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $27,917. About 3.2% of families and 4.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.3% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Waukee?
Total Population of Waukee is 25,045.
What is the Total Male Population of Waukee?
Total Male Population of Waukee is 12,385.
What is the Total Female Population of Waukee?
Total Female Population of Waukee is 12,660.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Waukee?
There are 97.83 Males per 100 Females in Waukee.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Waukee?
There are 102.22 Females per 100 Males in Waukee.
What is the Median Population Age in Waukee?
Median Population Age in Waukee is 34.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Waukee
Average Family Size in Waukee is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Waukee
Average Household Size in Waukee is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Waukee?
Per Capita income in Waukee is $51,536.
What is the Median Family Income in Waukee?
Median Family Income in Waukee is $146,357.
What is the Median Household income in Waukee?
Median Household Income in Waukee is $106,846.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Waukee?
Income or Wage Gap in Waukee is 31.1%.
Women in Waukee earn 68.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Waukee?
Family Income Deficit in Waukee is $10,117.
Families that are below poverty line in Waukee earn $10,117 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Waukee?
Inequality or Gini Index in Waukee is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Waukee?
There are 14,559 People in the Labor Forcein in Waukee.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Waukee?
79.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Waukee.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Waukee?
Unemployment Rate in Waukee is 3.1%.