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And a few of the reasons why companies from all walks of life consider it better here.

Strategic interstate location in the middle of the United States.  

Iowa ranked nation's 2nd most liveable state

Iowa has nation's lowest cost of doing business

Iowa in Top 10 for Quality of Life

Iowa's favorable business climate

Iowa is a Right-to-Work State.
Adaptable, tech-savvy workforce.
Outstanding workforce training programs customized to your needs.
Expedited permitting and regulatory assistance.
The lowest new employer unemployment insurance rate in the nation.
TIF, Enterprise Zone and other incentives are waiting.
Iowa Corporate Income Tax offers 50% deductibility of federal taxes from Iowa corporate income tax. It is a single-factor, non-unitary tax. Iowa's tax is based only upon the percentage of total sales income within the state
"Northern Pipe Product's decision to locate it's manufacturing facility in Hampton, Iowa was significantly influenced by the very attractive financial incentive package offered to us and by how easy it was to work with the various entities involved. " Lyle Ganyo, CFO Northern Pipe Products