Reminder: 2026 Iowa Profile Webinar – January 29
Community leaders, planners, and business professionals are invited to join the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA), Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA), and mySidewalk for an informative webinar highlighting updates to the 2026 Iowa Profile.
📅 Date: January 29, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Virtual
This session will showcase new and expanded data now available through the Iowa Profile, including statewide and county-level housing forecasts and refreshed dashboards covering key indicators that impact Iowa communities.
What is the Iowa Profile?
The Iowa Profile is a first-of-its-kind, statewide data platform designed to help community leaders make informed, data-driven decisions. The tool allows users to generate customized reports and compare their community to similar regions across Iowa, drawing from regularly updated data sources.
Webinar Highlights
Participants will receive an overview of the latest Iowa Profile features and learn how to use the platform to better understand trends shaping their communities, including:
Demographics
Gain insights into the people who live and work in Iowa communities.
Quality of Life
Explore indicators that reflect community well-being and livability.
Housing
Examine regional housing conditions, identify unmet needs, and better understand local housing priorities.
Economy
Review data on jobs, workforce characteristics, commute patterns, and economic activity.
Housing Forecasts (State and County Level)
Explore projected housing demand by housing type and income through 2030.
About mySidewalk
mySidewalk is a community data platform built on the belief that data should be accessible to everyone—not just experts. Their tools help simplify data visualization, improve efficiency, and unlock insights so communities can tell their story and plan for the future with confidence.
🔗 Register for the Webinar Here
This webinar is a valuable opportunity for anyone involved in economic development, housing, planning, or community leadership to explore powerful data tools and better understand trends impacting Iowa’s future.
