Last updated 2026-06-12 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Affordable housing, short commutes, and four real seasons define a Midwest move.
Driver license deadline: 60 days after moving
Vehicle registration deadline: 30 days after moving
Cities covered: Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Iowa City
Iowa sits in the midwest region. The two deadlines that catch new residents off guard are the driver license update (within 60 days) and vehicle registration (within 30 days).