Whether you live in Iowa or you're thinking of a move there, it's certain that one of the top-of-mind issues is employment. Whether that means a job or a new career.

Iowa has a very low unemployment rate (3.3% as of November 2023 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics).

But the good news is, there are also plenty of jobs to be had. In an effort to give some direction on which employers may have the most jobs up for grabs, Zippia, (a job and career website) has rounded up a list of Iowa's largest employers.

Who are Iowa's largest employers?

  1. Hyvee - With their headquarters in West Des Moines, Iowa - This grocery giant at last report, employed 88,000 people.
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2. United Coop Hampton - Headquarters is located in Webster City, Iowa - they currently employ 87,500 people. Founded in 1844, they deal in farming supplies and agronomy products.

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3. Eurofins - Iowa headquarters in West Des Moines, this international pharmaceutical company (international headquarters in Luxembourg) currently employs 48,000 employees.

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4. Crystal Group - This computer hardware company employs 48,000 people and is headquartered in Hiawatha, Iowa.

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5. First Whitney - This bank is based in Atlantic, Iowa, was founded in 1966 and has 38,737 employees.

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6. Unity Point Health - This health provider is considered to be an industry leader with 28,100 employees and an annual revenue of $4.0B. It is headquartered in Des Moines.

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7. Transamerica Corporation - This insurance business leader is based in Cedar Rapids and employs 25,000 people.

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8. ALPLA - An international plastics manufacturing company with its United States headquarters in Iowa City. It currently has around 21,000 employees.

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9. Mercy One - This non-profit hospital and health system has 20,000 employees and is headquartered in Des Moines.

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10. PPW Holdings LLC - This company has 19,700 employees and operates as a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company.

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Source: Zippia

13 Famous Iowans

It's a great day for Iowans. The first ever Major League Baseball game was played in Dyersville, Iowa last night (August 12) in The Field of Dreams game and it was awesome!

What a great way to showcase a beautiful state and celebrate the hospitality of Iowans.

Iowa may seem far away from Tinsel Town, but The Hawkeye State has produced many famous actors, musicians, and athletes!

The following 13 are just the tip of the iceberg!

10 Wild South Dakota Snowstorms

Even though snow is blanketing the Sioux Empire, some snowstorms still do not compare to these ten dreadful snowstorms that hit South Dakota.

Only In Your State highlighted ten snowstorms in South Dakota as a reminder for people to always be aware of the road during the winter. South Dakotans are well aware of the fact that the state’s winters can be harsh which is why it is always a good idea to plan ahead and prepare for the worst.

Do you remember any major snowstorms that hit South Dakota?

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