Jasper County Iowa Land Information
Discover farmland opportunities in Jasper 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 Jasper County land expert today.
Location: Central Iowa
Average Farmland Value: $9,819.29 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 April 2025)
Jasper County has conducted two farmland auctions so far in 2025, totaling 320 acres. These sales averaged $7,250 per acre, and the average return came in at $158.50 per CSR2 point.
2024 Land Auctions
During 2024, twenty-seven farmland auctions took place across the county, totaling 4,641.12 acres. These sales resulted in an average price of $10,089.74 per acre. Furthermore, the average $/CSR2 reached $166.36.
2023 Land Auctions
In 2023, twenty-nine farmland auctions were recorded, involving 3,269.18 acres. Land values averaged $10,454.68 per acre. Meanwhile, the average $/CSR2 increased to $163.95.
2022 Land Auctions
Throughout 2022, twenty-three farmland auctions were completed, representing 2,847.3 acres. The county averaged $12,707.14 per acre that year. In addition, the average return reached $171.61 per CSR2 point.
2021 Land Auctions
In 2021, twenty-nine farmland auctions occurred, moving 3,930 acres. Farmland values averaged $9,170 per acre, with an average return of $152 per CSR2 point.
County Agricultural Data
- Average CSR2 Rating: 68.5
- 2023 USDA Average Corn Yield: 218 bushels per acre
- 2023 USDA Average Soybean Yield: 63 bushels per acre
- ISU Average Cash Rent per Acre: $271
- ISU Pasture Rent per Acre: $50–$100
Towns in Jasper County
Baxter, Lynnville, Newton, Reasnor, Colfax, Mingo, Oakland Acres, Sully, Kellogg, Mitchellville, Prairie City, Valeria, Lambs Grove, Monroe
Adjacent Counties
Hardin, Marshall, Poweshiek, Mahaska, Marion, Polk, Story
County Seat
Additional County Resources
- County Website: Jasper County Official Website
- Farm Service Agency: Jasper County FSA Office
- County Assessor: Access parcel data, taxes, and sales records at the Jasper 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.
Jasper County History
Jasper County, founded in 1846 and named after Revolutionary War hero Sergeant William Jasper, is located in central Iowa. As of the 2020 census, the population is 37,813, with Newton serving as the county seat. Additional historical details can be found on the county’s Wikipedia page.
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Location of Jasper County highlighted on the Iowa state map.
