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Waukee, Iowa

Located in Dallas County, Iowa, Waukee was established in 1869. Fastest-growing Iowa. Apple data center nearby.
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Founded 1869 | Population 40,000 | Peak 40,000 (2024) | County Dallas County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Waukee, Iowa

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1869 Founded: DM suburb.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Waukee's character and economy.
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1990 Economic Development: Waukee grew through the technology sector.
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2010 Modern Era: Waukee continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Waukee

Jan 28, 2016
Trump Takes Risk Skipping Debate Challenging Murdoch
DES MOINES, Iowa — On January 28, 2016, Donald Trump made a bold call that shook up the Republican primary race: he skipped a ke…
Jan 25, 2016
Jeb Bush Polling One Percent Iowa and 4 Percent Florida
WASHINGTON — Jeb Bush’s presidential bid hit a rough patch on January 25, 2016, as polls showed him languishing at just 1 …

Complete Historical Timeline

1869 Culture
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1890 Culture
Higher Education
1990 Industry
Economic Development
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Fastest-growing Iowa.
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Apple data center nearby.
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W Des Moines.
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Waukee is located in Dallas County, Iowa.
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Waukee was founded in 1869.

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D
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SC
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A
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IC
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Famous People from Waukee, Iowa

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Jake Knott
Football Player · Born Oct 24, 1990 · Age 35
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Matt Kennedy
Soccer Player
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Joey Jordison
Musician · Born Apr 26, 1975 · Died Jul 26, 2021 (age 46)
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Hal Manders
Baseball Player · Born Jun 14, 1917 · Died Jan 21, 2010 (age 92)
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Payton Sandfort
Basketball Player · Born Jul 12, 2002 · Age 23
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