Waukee Population 2026
Waukee has a population of 18,990, making it the #2518 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 464× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,990
Rank in United States
#2518
Coordinates
41.61°N, 93.89°W
~314 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,459 km
906 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Iowa City | 74,220 | #508 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
Cities near Waukee
- Urbandale44,062 people · ~14 km away
- West Des Moines64,113 people · ~15 km away
- Johnston20,871 people · ~17 km away
- Des Moines214,133 people · ~23 km away
- Ankeny56,764 people · ~27 km away
- Indianola15,467 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Waukee?
Waukee has a population of 18,990 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2518 biggest city in United States.
What state is Waukee in?
Waukee is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Waukee the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,459 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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