52352, Walker, IA

Walker, IA is located in Polk County and has a population of just over 10,000. The median household income in Walker is just over $60,000, which is higher than the Iowa average of $53,657. Home prices in Walker have been increasing steadily for the past few years and are now at an all-time high. In 2016, the median home price was $160,000 and has continued to increase each year since then. As of September 2018, the median home price in Walker was $195,000.

There are a number of factors that have contributed to the increase in home prices in Walker. First and foremost is the strong economy overall; as more people have jobs and can afford to buy homes, they are more likely to do so. Additionally, Walker has seen an influx of new residents over the past few years; as more people move into town, they are also likely to purchase homes here. Finally, Walker's location - close to both Des Moines and Ames - makes it a desirable place to live. All these factors together have led to an increase in home prices across Polk County as a whole (including Walker), but especially in Walker itself.