Ross Certified Site

Explosive Growth

Bondurant is one of Iowa’s fastest-growing communities — a place where growth isn’t just anticipated, it’s already happening. Since 2010, the city has experienced a remarkable 91% population increase, the second highest in the state. Since 2017 alone, Bondurant has added more than 4,000 new jobs, reflecting strong economic momentum. In 2023, the city surpassed $1 billion in total property valuation, while its commercial and industrial valuation has soared by 829% since 2017.

Business-Ready Environment

Bondurant is committed to creating a welcoming, development-friendly climate for businesses of all sizes. The city offers:

• No franchise fees on electric or natural gas
• Tax abatement and tax increment financing incentives
• A forward-thinking approach to land use, guided by the Civic Campus, Grain District and Regional Commercial master plans
• A proven track record for speed: The Amazon fulfillment center (2.6 million square feet, 3,000-plus jobs) was built just 47 days after the initial city meeting.

A Highly Qualified Workforce

Bondurant’s young, educated and upwardly mobile population is an asset for employers:

• 95% of residents commute, making them ideal candidates for local jobs
• 51.3% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher
• The median household income is $122,588
• The median age is just 31.3, reflecting a dynamic, working-age demographic

Untapped Retail Demand (Esri 2023–2028)

Opportunities for new retail, grocery and service-sector development abound in Bondurant. Current market data reveals:

• More than $15 million in unmet grocery and merchandise demand
• $27 million in unmet demand for auto dealers
• More than $7 million in restaurant spending leakage