Live in a Land of Opportunity
We are proud to serve Iowa and neighboring communities - from helping the thousands of Iowans who enter our doors to advocating for health care reform at the state and federal level. We hope you too will find Iowa as a great place not only to work, but to live, play and grow.
Located in the heart of the Midwest, Iowa is home to welcoming neighbors, growing communities and dedicated employees. Iowa is nationally recognized as a state full of opportunity.
- Forbes named eight cities in Iowa among the best places in the U.S. for careers and business.
- Forbes, 2009 - Iowa ranks 1st in the U.S. in health care for children.
- Commonwealth Fund - Iowa achieved the 5th highest public high school graduation rate in the country.
- CQ Press, 2009 - Iowa has the 8th lowest crime rate in the U.S.
- CQ, Press, 2009 - Iowa is recognized as the 8th best state to raise a family.
- Annie E. Casey Foundation, 2008 - Iowa ranks 9th for its state parks, recreational areas, and scenic views. Iowans can enjoy more than 1,400 miles of trails for hiking and biking.
- Every summer, 8,500 avid bicyclists from around the world participate in RAGBRAI, a seven-day bike ride across Iowa. In 2005, Sports Illustrated listed RAGBRAI among the top 25 must-do summer activities.
