Economic Development

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Ames is the Smart Choice

Ames, Iowa, provides the ideal location for businesses to grow and prosper. Home to 66,427 people (2020 Census), Ames is located in central Iowa with convenient access to Interstate 35 and U.S. 30. The city is truly in the heart of everything. A perfect balance of small-town life with big-city amenities, Ames offers an educated workforce, award-winning utilities, nationally recognized schools, the very best in health care and a wonderful community to put down roots and grow.

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