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Common Sense Institute Iowa is proud to announce the appointment of Trent Fellers to its Board of Directors. Fellers serves on Google's Public Affairs team and has built a distinguished career across the public and private sectors. His experience and leadership will enhance CSI's work as we continue equipping policymakers, business leaders, and Iowans with trusted, data-driven research on the issues shaping our state's economy. Welcome, Trent!
Manufacturing's impact extends far beyond the factory floor. CSI estimates that over the next five years, Iowa's manufacturing industry will support approximately: • $511 billion in GDP • $1.1 trillion in economic output • $234 billion in personal income • 500,000 jobs annually Manufacturing remains one of the largest drivers of economic activity across Iowa. Read the full report: bit.ly/4b7PNft
CSI's Jobs & Labor Force Update found that June saw a gain of 600 jobs, bringing total job gains to 6,100 so far in 2026. However, Iowa remains down 9,500 jobs compared to a year ago, with manufacturing, trade, and professional services posting the largest annual declines. Read the article: bit.ly/450uhWr Read the report: bit.ly/4fh2nLT
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Productivity Is Reshaping Manufacturing CSI's latest analysis found that Iowa manufacturers are producing more with fewer workers. In 2005, it took 7.9 manufacturing workers to generate $1 million in manufacturing GDP. By 2025, that number had fallen to 6.1 workers per $1 million, reflecting significant gains in productivity and technology. As manufacturing evolves, the demand for a highly skilled workforce continues to grow. Learn more here: bit.ly/4b7PNft
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Did you know? 82.8% of Iowa counties have a higher share of manufacturing employment than the national average. Iowa's manufacturing footprint spans both rural communities and metro areas, making it one of the state's most important economic drivers. Read CSI's full analysis: bit.ly/4b7PNft
Manufacturing remains the backbone of Iowa's economy. CSI's latest research finds manufacturing generated nearly $35 billion in real GDP in 2025, making it Iowa's largest contributor to economic output. The industry also employed approximately 216,000 Iowans—14% of the state's workforce—more than any other industry. Learn more in CSI's full report: bit.ly/4b7PNft
🎉 Please join us in welcoming Scott Sundstrom to the Common Sense Institute Iowa Board of Directors! As Vice President of Government Relations and Corporate Secretary at Wellmark, Scott brings a wealth of experience in public policy, law, and government affairs to CSI Iowa. We're excited to add his perspective and expertise as we continue delivering the data-driven research to inform Iowa's biggest policy conversations. #CSIIowa #IowaPolicy #Leadership
The Bureau of Labor Statistics revised Iowa's May nonfarm employment down by 1,000 jobs, and the state added 600 in June. Through the first half of 2026, Iowa has added 6,100 jobs—well ahead of the 1,100 jobs lost over the same period in 2025. Get the full details in CSI's latest update: bit.ly/4fh2nLT
Inflation hit nearly every major spending category in the Midwest. From June 2025 to June 2026, energy (16.0%), transportation (6.4%), recreation (5.2%), and fuels and utilities (4.9%) led the way—only durable goods (-0.4%) posted a decline. Learn more in CSI's latest inflation report: bit.ly/44wKnXJ
Consumer prices in the Midwest are now 30.0% higher than in early 2020. As a result, the typical Iowa household is spending about $1,478 more per month—totaling over $57,000 in additional costs—just to maintain the same standard of living. Learn more in CSI's latest inflation report: bit.ly/44wKnXJ
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Iowa's budget is entering a new phase--as planned. CSI's latest report shows a $1.2 billion annual General Fund deficit in FY2027, driven largely by the state's phased-in tax cuts. Even so, Iowa is expected to end the fiscal year with an estimated $2.6 billion in the Taxpayer Relief Fund, providing a significant financial cushion. The long-term question is whether revenue growth can once again outpace spending before those reserves are drawn down. Learn more: bit.ly/4wkXqY1
Did you know? FY2027 is projected to be the first fiscal year since 2020 that Iowa's ending surplus falls below $1 billion. CSI estimates the surplus carryforward will decline 42.7% to $870 million, while the Taxpayer Relief Fund is projected to fall from $4.0 billion at its peak in 2025 to about $2.6 billion by the end of FY2027. Learn more in CSI's full report: bit.ly/4wkXqY1
The state will run an estimated $1.2 billion General Fund deficit in FY2027 as prior budget surpluses are used to offset revenue reductions from income tax cuts. Iowa budgeters plan to bridge the gap by drawing on reserve balances, including the Taxpayer Relief Fund. Learn more in CSI's latest report, The Iowa Budget Then & Now: bit.ly/4wkXqY1
Iowa's job growth may be moving at a slower pace but the state's labor market remains resilient. Iowa still has the 9th-lowest unemployment rate in the nation and the 3rd-highest labor force participation rate - evidence that Iowans continue to show up, work, and contribute to a strong workforce. Find out more in the full report: bit.ly/4afSafJ Catch the full story here: bit.ly/44g1v3T
What makes Iowa one of the best places to live? According to a recent op-ed by CSI Iowa Executive Director @SEAevo, Iowa continues to stand out for its affordability, low crime rates, and commitment to educational opportunity through Education Savings Accounts (ESAs). Together, these strengths help create an environment where families, workers, and businesses can thrive. Read the full op-ed: bit.ly/4eO4KnV
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