Iowa isn’t just cornfields and covered bridges—it’s attracting a fresh wave of residents from across the globe. Between 2023 and 2024, over 19,000 newcomers from other countries chose Iowa as their new home, boosting its population more than any other factor. While young Iowans might be exploring opportunities elsewhere, international migrants are revitalizing the state’s communities, bringing diversity and energy. With a workforce reliant on such growth, Iowa’s story is evolving toward a more interconnected future.
In a state where workforce remains a desperate need, maybe we should look around to see what states that are doing a good job of attracting workers are doing? Get the full story on one trend reshaping Iowa from the Cedar Rapids Gazette.
