Location
Indianola is a 12-minute drive to Des Moines on a four-lane highway. A southern by-pass around Des Moines provides half hour travel times to the metro area suburbs and 15 minute access to the Des Moines International Airport, I-80, and I-35.
Close to Many Major Metro Areas:
Omaha 2 hrs.            Kansas City 3 hrs.   
Minneapolis 4 hrs.     Chicago 6 hrs.    
St. Louis 5 hrs.         Quad Cities 3 hrs.
Cedar Rapids 2 hrs.    
 

Planned Growth
Indianola has an updated comprehensive plan to guide zoning and annexation activities. This document also provides projected population through the year 2020 with a plan for meeting growth demands. Our development goals and objectives, based on the city’s strategic plan, are consistent with our values.

Labor Force
The Indianola labor force is educated, skilled, and growing. There is a demonstrated desire by residents to work in Indianola instead of commuting. A significant pool of potential employees is within 45 minutes of Indianola and travel through our community in their commute to the Des Moines metro.


Diversity of Local Businesses
Existing Indianola businesses are here to help you attain success. Broadband Internet service, restaurants, lodging, copy centers, construction companies, meeting rooms, catering, and more are available and able to quickly meet your business needs.

Infrastructure Capacity
The public entities in Indianola have prepared for growth in the construction of major facilities. Our water treatment system, waste water treatment plant and telecommunication systems all have the capacity to meet projected demand. Our municipal electrical utility has excellent reliability with local generating units & favorable wholesale power contracts.

Lower Costs
Major costs of doing business in Indianola are less than in other parts of central Iowa. Labor and utility costs are lower than metro averages. Land costs are also comparable or less. Commercial and residential tax abatement is available.

 


Professional Development
Indianola is home to Simpson College, a highly regarded 4-year liberal arts institution with an enrollment of more than 2,000 students. Choices for educational and professional development abound with our proximity to universities, community colleges, technical and private institutions.

Quality of Life
Our regional and local recreational opportunities include the National Balloon Classic, the Des Moines Metro Opera, and Simpson College events. Recreation activities through our Parks & Recreation department and three area golf courses meet a wide range of spectator and participatory tastes.