Iowa

Ranked among the safest states to live, Iowa also enjoys lofty ratings for attracting business thanks to low taxes and utility costs.

• At 99%, Iowa has the highest literacy rate in the country, and at 90%, we have the highest graduation rate
• Top universities include Iowa, Iowa State and Northern Iowa
• With a low overall crime rate and second lowest murder rate, Iowa is the sixth safest place to live, according to Movoto.com