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A recent study by Expansion Management magazine (2006), ranked Ames Metro Area Public Schools 12th nationally. Read article here.
In a recently completed study by Expansion Management magazine (2005), Ames is ranked third in the nation when it comes to having a highly-educated work force that knowledge-based businesses require. Read article here.
Ames designated as a "Five-Star Quality of Life Metro," by Expansion Management magazine (2005). Read article.
One of the 20 best places in America to live and work by BestJobsUSA.com (2002)
The 20th best place to live in America by Men's Journal magazine (2002).
The 6th (of 496 nationally) best small city to do business by bizjournals.com (2002).
The second most livable small city in the nation by the New Rating Guide to Life in America's Small Cities (1998).
Near the crossroads of the nation, where I-35 and I-80 intersect, Ames is centrally located to all points. Interstate road systems place Ames less than a day's drive from Minneapolis, Kansas City, Omaha, Chicago, St. Louis and Milwaukee. Des Moines, the state capital, is only 30 minutes away.
Ames has a strong base for opportunities among companies such 3M, Sauer-Danfoss, UGS, Ball Plastics Corporation, Barilla, BASF and Boehringer Ingelheim. Numerous opportunities are also available with many high-tech and start-up companies.
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