Le Mars, IA

Le Mars sits in northwest Iowa, about twenty-five miles northeast of Sioux City, and is home to around 10,500 residents. The town has a warm, welcoming feel, with tree-lined residential neighborhoods, well-kept historic brick storefronts, and deep community pride. It offers a relaxed pace and an affordable cost of living, while still keeping you close enough to Sioux City for easy work commutes, larger healthcare facilities, and regional shopping.

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The community is famously known as the Ice Cream Capital of the World, serving as the long-time headquarters for Wells Enterprises and Blue Bunny. That sweet heritage is on full display downtown, where the Wells Visitor Center and Ice Cream Parlor serves as a favorite local gathering spot. Newcomers will also find solid career opportunities in food manufacturing and agriculture, dependable local schools, and plenty of well-maintained parks and trails.