Welcome

Welcome to the Algona Area Chamber of Commerce!

Algona is a thriving, family-friendly community of over 5,500 residents, serving as the heart of Kossuth County—the largest county in Iowa. Surrounded by 10+ nearby towns, Algona is a hub for commerce, healthcare, education, and recreation.

Whether you're looking to live, work, or visit, Algona offers the perfect blend of opportunity, charm, and quality of life.

Community Highlights:

• Strong Local Economy
  Home to Fortune 500 employers like Hormel, Corteva Agriscience, and Snap-on Tools, along with a variety of small businesses and retail shops.

• Excellent Healthcare
  Kossuth Regional Health Center provides a 25-bed critical access hospital, two clinics, public health, home care, and hospice services.

• Top-Notch Education

  • Public and private schools with a 98% graduation rate

  • Over $1 million in scholarships awarded annually

  • Local campus of Iowa Lakes Community College offering continued education and workforce training

• Safe, Family-Friendly Living
  Very low crime rate with dedicated city and county law enforcement based in downtown Algona.

Things to Do:

• Outdoor Recreation

  • Smith Lake & Water’s Edge Nature Center

  • Ambrose A. Call State Park

  • Golf courses, mini golf, bike trails, aquatic center, and YMCA

  • New skate park and splash pad

• Arts, Culture & Entertainment

  • Performing arts center

  • Renovated public library

  • Three historical museums

  • 5-screen movie theater

  • Just 20 minutes away: Shrine of the Grotto of the Redemption in West Bend

Business & Development Support:

Algona’s growth is fueled by collaboration among the Algona Area Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC), Chamber of Commerce, and Kossuth County Economic Development.