Madison County Iowa Land Information
Explore farmland opportunities in Madison 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 Madison County land expert.
Location: Southern Iowa
Average Farmland Value: $10,724.08 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)
Madison County recorded 4 farmland auctions totaling 233.89 acres. The average price was $11,509.75 per acre, with an average of $155 per CSR2 point.
2024 Land Auctions
In 2024, eight farmland auctions sold 1,046.36 acres. The average farmland price was $10,331.25 per acre, with $165 per CSR2 point.
2023 Land Auctions
Fourteen farmland auctions in 2023 totaled 1,339.52 acres. The average price was $9,416.67 per acre, with $171 per CSR2 point.
2022 Land Auctions
There were 15 farmland auctions totaling 1,611.64 acres. The average price reached $11,346 per acre, with $186.89 per CSR2 point.
2021 Land Auctions
Madison County saw two farmland auctions selling 180 acres. The average price was $9,150 per acre, with $125 per CSR2 point.
County Agricultural Data
- Average CSR2 Rating: 60.8
- 2023 USDA Average Corn Yield: 202 bushels per acre
- 2023 USDA Average Soybean Yield: 61.3 bushels per acre
- ISU Average Cash Rent per Acre: $203
- ISU Average Pasture Rent per Acre: $50–$100
Towns in Madison County
Bevington, Earlham, East Peru, Macksburg, Patterson, St. Charles, Truro, Winterset
Adjacent Counties
Dallas, Warren, Clarke, Union, Adair, Polk
County Seat
Additional County Resources
- County Website: Madison County Website
- Farm Service Agency: Madison 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.
Madison County History
Established in 1846, Madison County is located in southern Iowa and was named after James Madison, the fourth president of the United States. The county seat, Winterset, is widely known for its historic covered bridges and agricultural heritage. As of the 2020 census, the county has a population of 16,548 residents. Additional historical details are available on Wikipedia.
Location of Madison County highlighted on the Iowa state map.
