Iowa Advantage
Iowa is home to a diverse economy, driven by key industries of advanced manufacturing, biosciences and finance and insurance.
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There's no better time. We make it easier for companies to plan for the future. We’ve transformed our corporate tax rate into one of the most competitive in the nation – a complement to our already low cost of doing business, renewable energy leadership, skilled workforce, well-integrated transportation system and more. At the same time, we have made historic investments in critical long-term priorities like broadband, childcare and housing.
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Iowa Advantage
Ready to Expand or Relocate Your Business?
Iowa has building and sites suited to meet your priorities, including shovel-ready locations that streamline the development process.
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Email us at opportunities@iowaeda.com or call 515.348.6200.
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Iowa is home to a diverse economy, driven by key industries of advanced manufacturing, biosciences and finance & insurance. We have strategies to spur innovation, industry growth and job creation.
#4
In the U.S. for percentage of manufacturing GDP (BEA, 2023)
#1
Concentration of employees in vaccine and immunotherapy biological manufacturing in the U.S. (BLS, 2022)
#1
In the U.S. in insurance industry output (BEA, 2023)
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Entrepreneurs
Dream it Here, Do it Here
Iowa rewards innovation. We created a supportive ecosystem where cutting-edge businesses of all sizes can start, grow and succeed.
Powering the Heart of the Heartland
See What Sets Iowa Apart
Our diverse economy makes us the ideal place to expand, relocate or launch your business.
Iowa Labor Force
Laborshed Studies
A flexible tool for understanding the workforce characteristics of the local labor market.
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Iowa's Global Presence
Foreign Direct Investment in Iowa
For businesses seeking to expand or relocate, Iowa offers a tremendous set of advantages and attributes to help businesses of all sizes grow and succeed.
Supportive Entreprenurial Ecosystem
“Innovation thrives in Iowa because of our ideas and ingenuity. We know what we’re doing, and we have the resources and the knowledge to do it. Innovation can happen anywhere, but not everywhere has the resources that we do.”
– Steve Brody, president & CEO of BioConnect Iowa
Thriving Business Environment
“There's no better place to be in business than Iowa.”
– Steve Shriver, CEO & co-founder of Eco Lips
Unmatched Talent
“The talent pool in Iowa continues to be a strong advantage to our business. Iowa’s transportation infrastructure and geographic location also allow us to quickly fulfill orders for our customers.”
– Nicolle Picray, senior manager of public relations at Pella
Build a Life You Love
“I love to travel, but at the end of the day, Iowa’s low key, spacious and beautiful environment is what I prefer.”
– Doug Roethler, director of operations at Life Line Emergency Vehicles
An Ideal Place to Live & Work
Unmatched Quality of Life
With our low cost of living, vibrant communities, stunning natural beauty and world-class arts and entertainment, Iowa consistently ranks as one of the best places to live and work.
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