Dubuque is an engaging community in which to live and work! It thrives because of its demonstrations of innovation, inclusiveness, civic engagement, and cross-sector collaboration.

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Dubuque has been recognized nationally on numerous lists, including:

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• All-America City (five times)

• Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S.

• 100 Best Communities for Young People

• Best Small Places for Business and Careers

• Smartest Cities on the Planet

• Excellence on the Waterfront

• Top Ten Best American Riverwalk

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Dubuque is the center for retail, health care, education, employment and entertainment for the Tri-state area of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Yet commuting is hassle-free and it remains one of the safest communities in the country.

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More than one million tourists visit Dubuque annually to explore all that Dubuque has to offer.

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Interested in learning more about Dubuque? Request a relocation packet from Greater Dubuque Development Corporation (GDDC) to learn more.

 

City Population: Nearly 60,000 

County Population: 90,000​

Regional Population: 339,000