Adair County Iowa Land Information
Explore farmland opportunities in Adair County, Iowa. This page provides average land values, auction history, CSR2 ratings, yields, and local resources to help buyers and sellers make informed decisions. If you have questions or would like a FREE farm appraisal, contact your local Adair County land expert.
Location: Western Iowa
Average Farmland Value: $7,395 per acre. For the most up-to-date value or a personalized farm evaluation, contact Land Broker David Whitaker at 515-996-LAND (5263).
Average Farmland Value for Iowa: $11,400 per acre
Land Auctions in 2025 (as of April 2025)
Adair County recorded 1 farmland auction totaling 56 acres. The average farmland price was $5,000 per acre.
2024 Land Auctions
In 2024, 10 farmland auctions sold 866.63 acres. The average farmland price was $7,635 per acre, with $132.50 per CSR2 point.
2023 Land Auctions
Three farmland auctions in 2023 totaled 257.06 acres. The average price was $7,475 per acre, with $141 per CSR2 point.
2022 Land Auctions
There were 13 farmland auctions totaling 1,800.74 acres. The average price reached $8,150 per acre, with $155.97 per CSR2 point.
2021 Land Auctions
Adair County saw 12 farmland auctions selling 1,922.55 acres. The average price was $7,390.91 per acre, with $142.90 per CSR2 point.
County Agricultural Data
- Average CSR2 Rating: 64
- 2023 USDA Average Corn Yield: 171.3 bushels per acre
- 2023 USDA Average Soybean Yield: 51.7 bushels per acre
- ISU Average Cash Rent per Acre: $243
- ISU Average Pasture Rent per Acre: $50–$100
Towns in Adair County
Audubon, Exira, Kimballton, Brayton, Gray
Adjacent Counties
Guthrie, Madison, Union, Adams, Cass
County Seat
Greenfield
Additional County Resources
- County Website: Adair County Website
- Farm Service Agency: Adair County FSA Office
- County Assessor: Access parcel data, ownership, sales history, and more via the Assessor Page.
FREE Farm Appraisal
If you’re researching farmland values, fill out our contact form or call Land Broker David Whitaker at 515-996-LAND (5263) for a complimentary farmland appraisal.
Adair County History
Established in 1851, Adair County is located in western Iowa and was named after John Adair, a general in the War of 1812 and the eighth Governor of Kentucky. The county seat, Greenfield, developed as a regional agricultural center. As of the 2020 census, Adair County has a population of 7,496 residents. Additional historical details are available on Wikipedia.
Location of Adair County highlighted on the Iowa state map.
