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Urbandale, Iowa

Located in Polk/Dallas County, Iowa, Urbandale was established in 1917. Affluent Des Moines suburb with major insurance company offices. Consistently ranked among best places to live in Iowa.
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Founded 1917 | Population 46,000 | Peak 46,000 (2024) | County Polk/Dallas County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Urbandale, Iowa

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1885Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Urbandale.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Urbandale's character and economy.
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1917Founded: Urbandale was founded as a railroad town in Polk/Dallas County.
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1990Economic Development: Urbandale grew through the technology sector.
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2010Modern Era: Urbandale continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1917 Culture
Founded
1990 Industry
Economic Development
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Affluent Des Moines suburb with major insurance company offices.
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Consistently ranked among best places to live in Iowa.
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Straddles Polk and Dallas counties.
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Urbandale is located in Polk/Dallas County, Iowa.
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Urbandale was founded in 1917.
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