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Urbandale, IA

Urbandale is a city in Polk and Dallas counties, Iowa, United States. As of the 2020 U.S. Census, the city population was 45,580. It is part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Urbandale was incorporated as a city on April 16, 1917. In its early days, Urbandale served as a streetcar suburb of Des Moines with four coal mines. Urbandale served as the end of the "Urbandale Line" after plans to build a railroad from Des Moines to Woodward were abandoned because of right-of-way issues. The coal mines had closed by the end of the 1940s while streetcar service ended in 1951. 

In 1920, shortly after the city was incorporated, Urbandale had 298 people. Its population in 1950 was 1,777, but the city grew rapidly after that along with the rest of Des Moines' suburbs. By 1970, Urbandale had 14,434 people, and in 2000 it had 29,072. Although most of the city's developed area is in Polk County, Urbandale has expanded westward into Dallas County in recent years. In 2012, Urbandale gained national attention after President Barack Obama held a reelection campaign rally at Living History Farms. 

Urbandale is located in the northwest part of the Des Moines Metro Area at the intersections of Interstates 35 and 80, and Iowa Highway 141. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 21.94 square miles (56.82 km²), of which 21.92 square miles (56.77 km²) is land and 0.02 square miles (0.05 km²) is water.

The median income for a household in the city was $59,744, and the median income for a family was $70,548 (these figures had risen to $69,269 and $86,885 respectively as of a 2007 estimate). Males had a median income of $45,470 versus $32,631 for females. The per capita income for the city was $29,021. About 2.5% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.7% of those under age 18 and 4.3% of those age 65 or over.

Urbandale places a strong emphasis on health and wellness to its residents. Balance Yoga Lounge provides a serene environment for yoga enthusiasts, with classes that cater to all skill levels, promoting physical and mental wellness. For those seeking relaxation, Salon Spa W offers an extensive range of spa services including massages, facials, and body treatments. The Urbandale Community Recreation Complex features basketball courts, a fitness center, and programs for all ages, encouraging an active lifestyle. OrangeTheory Fitness is known for its high-intensity interval training sessions that combine cardio and strength training. The local Anytime Fitness gym provides 24/7 access to workout facilities, perfect for those with busy schedules. The Walnut Creek YMCA provides various fitness programs, swimming lessons, and wellness activities for families. Together, these facilities and initiatives make Urbandale a vibrant hub for health and fitness, catering to the diverse needs of its community.

Top Sites in Urbandale, IA are Des Moines Buccaneers, Living History Farms, Get Air Trampoline Park, and Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale Tapestry by Hilton.

Population: 46,648 (2022). ZIP Codes: 50322. Area code: 515. Elevation: 981 ft (299 m). Area: 22.55 sq mi (58.41 km²).

FAQs

Is Urbandale, IA a good neighborhood?

Urbandale is a suburb of Des Moines with a population of 45,591. Urbandale is in Polk County and is one of the best places to live in Iowa. Living in Urbandale offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Urbandale there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Urbandale and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Urbandale are highly rated.

What is the crime rate in Urbandale, IA?

Urbandale has an overall crime rate of 8 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Urbandale is 1 in 126. How does Urbandale fare compared to other communities in Iowa of all population sizes? Urbandale's crime rate is lower than approximately 33% of Iowa communities. It is for these reasons that Urbandale is ranked as one of the top 100 safest cities in the U.S.A.

What is Urbandale, IA is known for?

Urbandale features 850 acres (3.4 km²) of parks and 33 miles (53 km) of recreational trails that connect to other trails in the Des Moines area. Urbandale is the home of Living History Farms, where Pope John Paul II spoke to a crowd estimated at 350,000 on October 4, 1979, and the Buccaneer Arena, home to the Des Moines Buccaneers hockey team. Urbandale uses the council-manager form of government. The city council consists of the mayor and five council members, all of which are elected to four-year terms.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Urbandale

Niche

Neighborhood Scout

Des Moines Buccaneers

Living History Farms

Get Air Trampoline Park

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale Tapestry by Hilton

Balance Yoga Lounge

Salon Spa W 

Urbandale Community Recreation Complex

OrangeTheory

Anytime Fitness

Walnut Creek YMCA

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