Our community is proud to be home to several advanced manufacturing facilities, leading the way in innovation and execution, and employing nearly 600 people. Read more about these forward-thinking employers:
The Davis County Community School district works tirelessly to provide educational opportunities for students of all ages and grade levels. The district boasts a very low student-to-teacher ratio and has implemented a number of game-changing programs and initiatives.
- Project Lead the Way STEM Course
- Dual Credit Courses with Indian Hills Community College and Iowa State University
- Wide array of extracurricular activities, including, but not limited to:
- Sports
- Music
- Drama
- Robotics
- Coding Clubs
- 1st Lego League
- Travel Club
- FFA
- And many others
The H.E.R.A.L.D. program (Home Educators Resources and Assistance for Learning Development Program) offers assistance to parents who choose to educate their children at home.
Have younger kiddos? Our community has you covered with a variety of options. Check out Wigwam Daycare & Preschool, Davis County Daycare, or a number of state-approved in-home providers to see which fits your family’s needs best.
You will also want to take advantage of the newly-expanded and remodeled Bloomfield Public Library. Housed in an historic Carnegie structure, the library features state-of-the-art meeting spaces (technology-equipped), an active events calendar for patrons of all ages, and resources to utilize while in the space or the check out and take home.
Bloomfield and Davis County are centrally-located to a number of institutions of higher learning, making for an easy commute while pursuing a post-secondary degree.
Fun for the entire family is never hard to find, whether it be attending (or participating in) the productions presented by the beloved Davis County Community Players, taking in all the sights and sounds (and food!) at the Davis County Fair, enjoying a movie at the Iowa Theatre, or swimming some laps at the Bloomfield Swimming Pool. To see what’s happening throughout the community and county-wide, check out VisitDavisCounty.com.
Those who love the great outdoors will find an abundance here. Enjoy hunting, fishing, golfing and more. Bloomfield is also within very close proximity to Lake Rathbun and Lake Wapello.
Our community offers a vast array of service providers and options in the way of loans for business start-ups, business expansions, succession planning, and even personal finance, such as loans and retirement plans. Find out more by visiting each of the links below.
Davis County Hospital & Clinics currently employs 200 people and partners with MercyOne - Des Moines through both a management agreement and a Critical Access Hospital agreement.
Additionally, in Bloomfield, you will find highly skilled practitioners and healthcare providers including, but not limited to:
Owning a business can be filled with hurdles and feel a bit lonely. In Bloomfield, you have access to all the support you might need in local organizations and other businesses who can provide the services you’re looking for. Reach out to the fine folks at these entities:
Live your Golden years in style and comfort – seniors will find an enjoyable way of life in Bloomfield. From top-notch medical care to vibrant housing options, you won’t feel the need to be a “snowbird” away from home.
Find everything you could want in assisted living at Mulberry Place. Spend time with other great folks downtown Monday thru Friday at the Bloomfield Senior Center. Connect with other seniors by taking part of Davis County Hospital & Clinic’s Senior Life Solutions program, an intensive outpatient group therapy program designed to meet the unique needs of older adults over the age of 65 struggling with depression and anxiety often related to aging. And benefit from person-directed care at the Bloomfield Care Center.
Employing between 500-600 people at any given time, our retail landscape is robust in number and unique in product offerings. Since 2013, Bloomfield has seen a remarkable 20% increase in the number of businesses!
There are numerous locally-owned boutiques, grocery stores (full service and/or bulk and dry goods), and so much more throughout the community of Bloomfield and the entire county. A favorite of locals and visitors are the large variety of Amish and Mennonite owned stores and services.
If you need it (or simply want it), Davis County has it!
To give your time to others is to give something truly special to yourself. Check out these invaluable organizations listed below, or even just ask your neighbor to find something that fits your interests!
Davis County is abundant with outdoor beauty and fun. You’ll never get bored with access to the many public parks and ball fields, Mutchler Community Center, newly developed (and continuously enhanced) trail system, McGowen Wildlife & Recreation Area, the disc golf course at Lake Fisher and more. Bloomfield also boasts two spa/wellness centers and numerous salons to attend to all your self-care needs.
Our Leaders
A community’s leaders should be in place for the community. In Bloomfield, you'll find just that. Your elected officials and City staff are hard-working, down-to-earth people. They are your friends. They are your neighbors.
They are the business owners and fellow citizens shopping at our local stores and eating at our local restaurants. We invite you to stop by or give a call to City Hall and say “hello!” the next time you have a chance.
City Government Contact
Resources
In addition to our Forms & Permits page, we've highlighted a few useful city resources:
Beacon (Davis County, IA)
Utility Bill Assistance Resources
