In Iowa It’s Waukee, Seniors

Waukee, Iowa was selected as the Best Place To Live in Iowa by Money Magazine. This town of 14,000 rings a special note to this senior couple… my wife’s father started his first career working in a grain elevator in Waukee.

Even as a small town, Waukee (The Key to Good Living) is filled with history. Originally named Shirley, the area was served by the Des Moines Valley Railroad and was one of its seven stops.

The first church of the city was established in 1870 and incorporated in 1878. The city, which derived its name from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is just west of Des Moines and  north of Interstate 80.

Small Yes, But Plenty For Seniors

During your visit to Waukee, seniors can enjoy hiking and biking at the Raccoon River Valley Recreation Trail. The Blank Park Zoo is also worth taking a look around.

The local parks include the Centennial Park, Southfork Park, Ridge Pointe Park, Windfield Park, and Songbird Park.

It’s one of the fastest growing communities in the state. The city hosts many events and activities throughout the year and invites senior visitors to be a part of the action.

The Triangle, Waukee’s downtown business district, plays host to the Farmer’s Market, the annual 4th of July Parade, and Waukee Fest, in addition to other festivities.

Take advantage of Waukee’s many amenities available in its 8 recreational parks or play a round of golf at the Sugar Creek Gold Course. Deseret News selected Waukee as the #22 Best Small Town in America.

A Great Place To Retire

You’ll also find Waukee is business friendly and business ready with a highly educated workforce, advanced infrastructure with ample capacity for growth, and prime development sites.

The community is especially attractive to working families because of its friendly, hometown atmosphere; excellent public schools; affordable housing; leading edge healthcare facilities; and an abundance of “after hours” things to do.

So on your next trip transversing Iowa on Interstate 80, drive north to one of America’s best small towns.  Spend some time there and get to know some of the locals.

Seniors will find that Iowans are among the most sincere and finest in the nation. I know this from my own experience having lived there the first 65 years of my life. jeb