The City of Waukee is recognized as one of the fastest-growing cities in Iowa and is located in Dallas County—one of the fastest growing counties in the U.S. Waukee offers a family-friendly environment featuring quality parks, schools and trails. The City is also dedicated to economic development and expanding business opportunities, including the creation of the mixed-use development Kettlestone and the expansion of the Hickman Road corridor.

The City of Waukee's official 2015 Census population count is 17,945; current population estimates are closer to 20,000. The population nearly doubled over the past decade. It is estimated that the City grows by three residents per day. The median resident age is 31.6, and Waukee's median household income is $83,068.