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Urbandale Iowa Map

Explore Urbandale, Iowa, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Urbandale, Iowa

How to Use This Urbandale, Iowa Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Urbandale, Iowa. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Iowa or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Urbandale.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Urbandale
State	Iowa (IA)
County	Polk County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	41.636794
Longitude	-93.779833
Population	45,580
Density	781.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	50322, 50323, 50398
Area Code	515
County Seat	Des Moines
School District	Urbandale Community School District

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About Urbandale, Iowa

Urbandale is a locality in Polk County, Iowa, United States. It has a population of 45,580. The population density is 781.2 people per km². Urbandale is located at 41.6368°N, 93.7798°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Urbandale is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 50322, 50323, 50398.

Urbandale occupies a quiet expanse of the Iowa prairie where the horizon stretches wide under a vast, unclouded sky. It lies 1.7 miles north-northeast of Clive, IA (from Clive, IA: bearing 21°T), and is situated 5.6 miles west-northwest of Des Moines. The land here settles into a gentle rhythm, defined by the steady presence of North Walnut Creek as it winds through the local terrain. Residents often find a moment of stillness at Trolley Park, where the green landscape offers a reprieve from the daily pace. A mile away, the waters of Lake Halice catch the amber light of late afternoon, mirroring the changing colors of the seasons. Buffalo Ridge remains a distant silhouette on the western edge of the world, a silent sentinel watching over the plains. The air carries the faint, clean scent of earth and turning fields, grounding the spirit in the persistent reality of the soil.

Urbandale emerged from the steady expansion of the Midwest, growing from its early roots into a place of purposeful industry and commerce. The local economy thrives on a diverse foundation, balancing modern professional services with the legacy of a region deeply connected to agriculture. Fields of corn and soybeans frame the outskirts, serving as a reminder of the industry that has sustained this territory for generations. The development of infrastructure has allowed the area to flourish, attracting businesses that appreciate the sturdy, industrious character of the local population. Work here is marked by a methodical, reliable quality, reflecting the heritage of those who first broke this ground. Throughout the decades, the transition from rural plains to a modern hub has been guided by a commitment to steady, sensible growth.

Cultural life in Urbandale finds expression in the quiet civility of its neighborhoods and the shared traditions of its people. The community honors its history through well-maintained spaces like Trolley Park, which serve as the backdrop for seasonal gatherings and local events. This environment fosters a literate and thoughtful atmosphere, where citizens value a life built on neighborly cooperation and mutual respect. While the town remains modest, it has been home to individuals of note, such as the actor Brandon Routh, who grew up within this landscape. Life here moves with an unshowy grace, favoring the substance of daily connections over the clamor of larger, more frantic places. The identity of Urbandale is found in these small, consistent acts of kindness and the enduring strength of its local spirit.

Nearby Outdoor Places

1700 Drying Rack (Attraction) — 0.8 mi, 180° S
1700 Tanning Rack (Attraction) — 0.8 mi, 181° S
UGRA Softball/Soccer Complex (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 074° E
Timberline Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 244° SW
Character Counts Pillars (Monument) — 2.1 mi, 109° E
Across Currents (Public Artwork) — 2.1 mi, 108° E
Pole Position Raceway (Attraction) — 2.9 mi, 360° N
Last Laugh Comedy Club (Theatre) — 3.4 mi, 141° SE
Flix Brewhouse (Cinema) — 4.0 mi, 095° E
Saylorville Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 4.4 mi, 075° E
Jordan Creek Amphitheater (Theatre) — 4.9 mi, 195° S
Blue Zoo (Aquarium) — 5.1 mi, 194° S
M47 Patton (Monument) — 5.6 mi, 041° NE
Olson-Larson Galleries (Gallery) — 5.9 mi, 141° SE
Des Moines Art Center (Museum) — 6.3 mi, 126° SE
George Washington Carver and Henry Wallace (Monument) — 6.4 mi, 115° SE
Walnut Woods State Park (State Park) — 6.5 mi, 163° S
Iowa Hall of Pride (Museum) — 8.7 mi, 111° E
Liz Lidgett Gallery & Design (Gallery) — 9.1 mi, 111° E
EMC Overlook (Viewpoint) — 9.2 mi, 120° SE
Kids Create (Arts Centre) — 9.9 mi, 020° N
Big Creek Historical Museum (Museum) — 9.9 mi, 020° N
Big Creek State Park (State Park) — 10.4 mi, 011° N

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