Cass County Iowa Land Information
Explore farmland opportunities in Cass 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 Cass County land expert.
Location: Southwest Iowa
Average Farmland Value: $7,995.45 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 March 2025)
Cass County recorded no farmland auctions in 2025 as of March, with no acres sold during this period.
2024 Land Auctions
In 2024, 13 farmland auctions sold 1,614.31 acres. The average farmland price was $7,995.45 per acre, with $149.78 per CSR2 point.
2023 Land Auctions
Fourteen farmland auctions in 2023 totaled 1,768.28 acres. The average price was $10,870 per acre, with $172 per CSR2 point.
2022 Land Auctions
There were 12 farmland auctions totaling 1,502 acres. The average price reached $10,264 per acre, with $170 per CSR2 point.
2021 Land Auctions
Cass County saw nine farmland auctions selling 946 acres. The average price was $8,641 per acre, with $159 per CSR2 point.
County Agricultural Data
- Average CSR2 Rating: 70
- 2023 USDA Average Corn Yield: 188.8 bushels per acre
- 2023 USDA Average Soybean Yield: 55.6 bushels per acre
- ISU Average Cash Rent per Acre: $268
- ISU Average Pasture Rent per Acre: $29–$101
Towns in Cass County
Anita, Atlantic, Cumberland, Griswold, Lewis, Marne, Massena, Wiota
Adjacent Counties
Audubon, Adair, Adams, Montgomery, Pottawattamie, Shelby
County Seat
Additional County Resources
- County Website: Cass County Website
- Farm Service Agency: Cass 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.
Cass County History
Established in the early 1850s, Cass County is located in southwest Iowa and was named in honor of Lewis Cass, a U.S. senator and presidential candidate. Early settlement included Mormon pioneers who established communities in the area during westward migration. Agriculture has long played a central role in the county’s development. Additional historical details are available on Wikipedia.
Location of Cass County highlighted on the Iowa state map.
