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Iowa Compared

Compare and see why Iowa is the place to be

Iowa stands out as a top place to grow both businesses and families, combining a connected ecosystem and abundant business resources with the lifestyle leaders and employees are looking for.

Iowa’s corporate tax rate is transforming to be one of the most competitive in the nation – further reducing the cost of doing business here – and is the No. 2 state for opportunity according to the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best States Ranking.

From our business-friendly nature to family-friendly communities and wallet-friendly cost of living, Iowa stands out as a top place for investment, innovation and a life well-lived.

Leaders invest here

Five global brands in the animal health sector have research centers, production facilities and business centers in Iowa.
In the last five years, Iowa attracted $440 million in ag-focused venture capital funding.
Iowa’s renewable chemical production tax credit – offering companies up to $1 million annually – is one of the strongest for the bio-based chemical industry.
Iowa created a record 32,000-plus NEW businesses in 2024.

Talent lives and learns here

Iowa is one of the best places to source talent with industry expertise and our famous work ethic and loyalty. Iowa boasts a top-5 workforce participation rate, and our employees average 12 years, or three times more than the national average, with their employers.

We enjoy a great quality of life

Iowa’s housing costs are 11% lower than the national average.
Iowa is the best state in the Midwest for affordable living.
Iowa boasts more than 1,800 miles of surfaced bike trails, 250 golf courses and 53,000 acres of state park land – waiting to be explored.

Affordable business gets done here

Whether it’s building costs or ongoing operations and maintenance, your dollar just goes further in Iowa. In combination with one of the country’s best regulatory environments, it’s easy to see why we’re recognized as one of the most business-friendly states.

Want to learn more?

Looking for the best place to plant or grow your business? In our opinion, there’s no comparison. Iowa has unmatched advantages in our industry expertise, business resources, quality of life and more.