Cedar Rapids, IA

Colorful, Smart & Thriving

Cedar Rapids’ delightful mix of culture, value and opportunity draws all. 

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Cedar Rapids, IA

The beautiful city of Cedar Rapids, IA, offers an enviable lifestyle that simply can’t be replicated elsewhere.

From a museum and an entire district that celebrate its rich Czech history to the Muslim Cultural Center that opened in a 1934 mosque, cultures of all kinds are woven throughout the area’s tapestry, exuding a welcoming vibe to all who enter. This is just one reason people continue to make the move to Cedar Rapids.

Other reasons? Recent revitalizations, top education programs, a thriving insurance and finance sector, and the MedQ – a.k.a. a one-stop shop for residents’ health or wellness needs. Plus, the city’s vibrant cuisine scene, shopping centers, McGrath Amphitheatre, Veterans Memorial Stadium, and 74 parks keep residents active, happy and entertained.

Thinking about moving to Cedar Rapids, IA? Be sure to check out the latest edition of Livability Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for all you need to know about living and working here.

Quick Facts

Average Commute
15 minutes
Median Home Value
$169,569
Median Household Income
$65,538
Total Population
137,467
Walk Score
31.5365
Median Property Tax
$2,522

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