Why Companies Are Choosing Grimes

Grimes, Iowa, is on the map—and not just for those of us who live and work here. Over the past several years, our community has emerged as a prime location for businesses looking to expand, invest, and establish roots. Important brands from fast food restaurants to major distribution facilities, and many others are choosing to have a presence in our community. Grimes is a city on the rise.

 

One of the biggest reasons companies are choosing Grimes is its unbeatable location. Positioned at the crossroads of Highway 141 and Interstate 35/80, businesses here benefit from easy access to Des Moines, the greater Midwest, and beyond. For logistics-heavy industries like warehousing and distribution, proximity to major transportation routes is a game-changer.

 

In addition, Grimes has invested in the infrastructure needed to support business growth. With ongoing improvements in roads, utilities, and broadband capabilities, our city is well-equipped to handle the needs of future developments. The improvements being made right now to South James Street will enhance the attractiveness of an already important community corridor. The extension of NE Destination Drive this year will allow for a more efficient flow of traffic in a very visible and important area.

 

Grimes continues to build its reputation as a community that welcomes good businesses in a spirit of partnership, to ensure mutually beneficial and hopefully sustained success. From streamlined permitting processes to strategic economic development incentives, we are committed to making it easy for companies to establish and expand operations here…jobs that will provide opportunities to a well-educated, talented, and motivated local workforce.

 

Our local government and business organizations, including Grimes Chamber & Economic Development, work closely with companies to help them in their efforts to grow in Grimes. Whether it’s navigating zoning regulations, workforce recruitment, or site selection, businesses appreciate the proactive and collaborative approach found in Grimes.

 

Beyond the numbers and logistics, companies are choosing Grimes because it offers something more—a community where people want to live, work, and grow. With excellent schools, a high quality of life, and new amenities on the way, employees moving to the area can enjoy a balanced lifestyle that blends small-town charm with big-city convenience.

 

As our city continues to develop—whether through new retail spaces, hospitality options, or entertainment venues, Grimes is becoming a place that attracts top talent and fosters long-term business success.

 

For those of us already here, the excitement is real. I am proud to call Grimes my home and I hope you are too. And for those considering making Grimes their home, the question is no longer why—but rather why not?