Iowa County Iowa Land Information
Discover farmland opportunities in Iowa 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 Iowa County land expert today.
Location: East Central Iowa
Average Farmland Value: $9,588.89 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
Iowa County has conducted zero farmland auctions 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, ten farmland auctions took place across the county, totaling 1,041.71 acres. These sales resulted in an average price of $9,588.89 per acre. Furthermore, the average $/CSR2 reached $170.
2023 Land Auctions
In 2023, four farmland auctions were recorded, involving 270 acres. Land values averaged $15,875 per acre. Meanwhile, the average $/CSR2 increased to $211.
2022 Land Auctions
Throughout 2022, five farmland auctions were completed, representing 334 acres. The county averaged $12,040 per acre that year. In addition, the average return reached $161 per CSR2 point.
2021 Land Auctions
In 2021, seven farmland auctions occurred, moving 626 acres. Farmland values averaged $7,183 per acre, with an average return of $148 per CSR2 point.
County Agricultural Data
- Average CSR2 Rating: 63
- 2023 USDA Average Corn Yield: 213.5 bushels per acre
- 2023 USDA Average Soybean Yield: 58.2 bushels per acre
- ISU Average Cash Rent per Acre: $258
- ISU Pasture Rent per Acre: $92–$110
Towns in Iowa County
Ladora, Marengo, Millersburg, North English, Parnell, Victor, Williamsburg
Adjacent Counties
Benton County, Linn County, Johnson County, Washington County, Keokuk County, Poweshiek County, Tama County
County Seat
Additional County Resources
- County Website: Iowa County Official Website
- Farm Service Agency: Iowa County FSA Office
- County Assessor: Access parcel data, taxes, and sales records at the Iowa 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.
Iowa County History
Iowa County is home to the Amana Colonies, a group of historic German Pietist settlements founded in 1855. The communal society remained intact until the mid-1930s and today is a major cultural and tourist destination, designated a National Historic Landmark since 1965. Additional historical details can be found on the county’s Wikipedia page.
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Location of Iowa County highlighted on the Iowa state map.
