The Lucas County Economic Development Corporation is proud to be the economic development organization serving Lucas County, Iowa. Funded by the county and the City of C​hariton, its members are volunteers dedicated to improving the quality of life and the economic climate in the community.
​Our mission is to foster and encourage economic development activities that will attract, develop, improve, & retain various industries & businesses, along with the focus on strengthening our community to provide a sustainable future for the citizens of Lucas County.
 Lucas County is situated in the Historic Hills region of Southern Iowa. The county offers a dynamic & supportive business environment with a high quality of life that encourages people to settle down in our communities. Whether you’re expanding, relocating, or starting a new business, Lucas County's advantages will make it the ideal place for you to call home! With a population of approximately 8,700 and an estimated potential workforce of 121,000, you can find all the resources you need to thrive here in Lucas County. Chariton, the county seat and largest city, has a population of around 4,200 and is located 25 minutes east of Interstate 35. Lucas County is a prime location for your business, being crisscrossed by state and U.S. highways and less than an hour's drive from the Des Moines International Airport. With its geographic location, easy access to everything a larger city has to offer, & the spacious beauty of Southern Iowa, Lucas County offers multiple advantages for businesses to thrive.

Board of Directors

President -- Hilary Masters
Vice President -- Denny Bisgard
Secretary -- Karen Howell
Treasurer -- Brian Sims
Executive Director -- Donise Altenhofen
Directors -- Mariah Pierschbacher,  Shawn Garton,  Matt Beenblossom,  Tony Kaska, 
​Brad Baker,  Lisa Junkman, Cathy Reece, Jarrett McGee and Tim McGee