Corn, the second most important source of carbohydrates after rice, is vital for food security, animal feed supply, and as a raw material for biofuel. Enhancing the competitiveness of corn farming is essential for succeeding in global trade due to these benefits. This study aims to analyze the income and measure the competitiveness of corn farming, encompassing both competitive and comparative advantages. Data collection involved observations and interviews using questionnaires. A simple random sampling method was used to select 45 farmer respondents. Data analysis employed income analysis and the Policy Analysis Matrix (PAM). The findings reveal that corn farming in Karo Regency is profitable, with total revenue exceeding total costs, resulting in an average income of Rp. 15,261,695 per planting season. Corn farming in Karo Regency demonstrates both competitive and comparative advantages, reflecting high competitiveness and indicating that government policies have effectively protected corn farming.