Dallas County Iowa Land Information
Discover farmland opportunities in Dallas County, Iowa. Review typical land prices, recent auction activity, local towns, and other key agricultural resources to support your property research. If you’d like a FREE farm appraisal or have questions, reach out to your local Dallas County land expert today.
Location: Central Iowa
Average Farmland Value: $13,620 per acre. For the most up-to-date value or to find out what your farm is worth, 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)
Dallas County has conducted zero farmland auctions so far in 2025. No acres were sold at auction, resulting in an average of $0 per acre and an average return of $0 per CSR2 point.
2024 Land Auctions
During 2024, fourteen farmland auctions took place across the county, totaling 1,749.01 acres. These sales resulted in an average price of $14,203 per acre. Furthermore, the average $/CSR2 reached $169.18.
2023 Land Auctions
In 2023, eleven farmland auctions were recorded, involving 1,634.77 acres. Land values averaged $13,495 per acre. Meanwhile, the average $/CSR2 increased to $167.75.
2022 Land Auctions
Throughout 2022, eight farmland auctions were completed, representing 813.23 acres. The county averaged $13,187 per acre that year. In addition, the average return reached $173.51 per CSR2 point.
2021 Land Auctions
Activity remained strong in 2021 as seventeen auctions moved 2,321 acres. Farmland values averaged $13,695 per acre. The average $/CSR2 came in at $174.
County Agricultural Data
- Average CSR2 Rating: 76.6
- 2023 USDA Average Corn Yield: 210 bushels per acre
- 2023 USDA Average Soybean Yield: 60 bushels per acre
- ISU Average Cash Rent per Acre: $271
- ISU Pasture Rent per Acre: $50–$100
Towns in Dallas County
Adel, Dexter, Redfield, Bouton, Granger, Van Meter, Dallas Center, Linden, Waukee, Dawson, Minburn, DeSoto, Perry, Woodward
Adjacent Counties
Guthrie, Adair, Madison, Warren, Polk, Boone, Greene
County Seat
Additional County Resources
- County Website: Dallas County Official Website
- Farm Service Agency: Dallas County FSA Office
- County Assessor: Access parcel data, taxes, and sales records at the Dallas County Assessor Page.
Free Farm Appraisal
If you’re researching land values, fill out our contact form or call Land Agent David Whitaker at 515-996-LAND (5263) to request a complimentary farmland appraisal.
Dallas County History
Named after George M. Dallas, the U.S. Vice President who served under James K. Polk, this county has grown rapidly in recent years. As of the 2020 Census, its population reached 99,678, making it the seventh-most populous county in Iowa and one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation from 2010 to 2020. Adel serves as the county seat, while Waukee is the largest city. Additional historical details are available on the county’s Wikipedia page.
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Location of Dallas County highlighted on the Iowa state map.
