Urbandale, Iowa Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Urbandale, Iowa is 46,026 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest city in Iowa. The median household income is $113,086, the median home value is $318,800, and the median age is 38.7.
The population has grown 20.9% since 2010 (39,491 → 47,759).
46,026
Population
2042
People / sq mi
$113,086
Median Income
$318,800
Median Home Value
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Urbandale covers 22.5 sq mi of land at 2042 people per square mile.
About Urbandale, IA
Urbandale is defined demographically by education — 51.4% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average. With 46,026 residents, Urbandale is a city in Iowa. It ranks #12 among cities in Iowa by population.
Households take in a median $113,086, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 4.5%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $318,800, with typical rent around $1,176.
About 51.4% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is on the higher side at 15.9%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
The education numbers are the throughline: a college-heavy population in Urbandale usually coincides with higher incomes and a workforce concentrated in professional and information industries.
Urbandale city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Urbandale city had a population of 39,491 in 2010 and 47,759 in 2024, a 20.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 47,759 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.37%.
47,759
Population (2024)
39,491
Population (2010)
47,759
Peak (2024)
1.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 39,491 |
| 2011 | 39,755 |
| 2012 | 40,203 |
| 2013 | 40,666 |
| 2014 | 41,528 |
| 2015 | 42,319 |
| 2016 | 43,019 |
| 2017 | 43,561 |
| 2018 | 43,929 |
| 2019 | 44,379 |
| 2020 | 45,577 |
| 2021 | 45,998 |
| 2022 | 46,650 |
| 2023 | 46,931 |
| 2024 | 47,759 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.9% |
| Black or African American | 5.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$113,086
Median Household Income
$52,757
Per Capita Income
4.5%
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$318,800
Median Home Value
$1,176
Median Rent
77.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.9%
High School+
51.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
74.0%
Public Transit
15.9%
Work From Home
18.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.4%
Foreign Born
87.7%
Non-English at Home
6.4%
Veterans
7.4%
With Disability
95.1%
Health Insurance
97.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.5% |
| Information | 20.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.8% |
| Manufacturing | 8.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Construction | 4.3% |
| Retail Trade | 3.4% |
| Public Administration | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Urbandale, Iowa has a population of 46,026 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest city in Iowa.
The median household income in Urbandale, Iowa is $113,086, with 4.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Urbandale, Iowa is $318,800, with median monthly rent at $1,176 and a homeownership rate of 77.6%.
The median age in Urbandale, Iowa is 38.7 years. The population is 51.3% male and 48.7% female.
The population has grown 20.9% since 2010 (39,491 → 47,759).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.