Ames Profile

University~Community~Opportunity
 

Centrally and conveniently located in the heart of the Midwest and Iowa, Ames is known for its healthy, stable economy, flourishing cultural environment, and the world-renowned Iowa State University. 

Designated as the 9th Best Place to Live in the United States by CNNMoney.com (2010), Ames is an attractive location for new businesses to locate and for existing businesses to expand. World class companies including 3M, Barilla, Becker Underwood, Boehringer Ingelheim, Hach, Sauer-Danfoss, Syngenta, and many others are located in Ames.

The City of Ames achieved the second highest grades for quality in ten areas in The New Rating Guide to Life in America's Small Cities (1998). Ames ranked 2nd out of 189 cities that qualify in the following areas: climate/environment, diversions, economics, education, community assets, health care, public safety, transportation, and urban proximity.

Ames was also selected as one of top the 20 Best Small Places for Business and Careers by Forbes.com (2010).  Read more about the national rankings and recognitions Ames has received... 

As a vibrant circle of university, community, and opportunity, Ames offers a charming small town atmosphere with all the amenities of a big city. The community's commitment to excellence is contagious.

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