Mitchell County Iowa Land Information
Explore farmland opportunities in Mitchell 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 Mitchell County land expert.
Location: Northern Iowa
Average Farmland Value: $13,620.50 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)
Mitchell County recorded 2 farmland auctions totaling 237.01 acres. The average price was $18,419.50 per acre, with an average of $207.50 per CSR2 point.
2024 Land Auctions
In 2024, six farmland auctions sold 515.99 acres. The average farmland price was $12,020.83 per acre, with $160.40 per CSR2 point.
2023 Land Auctions
Seven farmland auctions in 2023 totaled 972.20 acres. The average price was $11,950 per acre, with $168 per CSR2 point.
2022 Land Auctions
There were 15 farmland auctions totaling 1,396 acres. The average price reached $11,697 per acre, with $170 per CSR2 point.
2021 Land Auctions
Mitchell County saw 10 farmland auctions selling 1,224 acres. The average price was $13,429 per acre, with $171 per CSR2 point.
County Agricultural Data
- Average CSR2 Rating: 73.8
- 2023 USDA Average Corn Yield: 171.8 bushels per acre
- 2023 USDA Average Soybean Yield: 46.9 bushels per acre
- ISU Average Cash Rent per Acre: $261
- ISU Average Pasture Rent per Acre: $50–$100
Towns in Mitchell County
Mitchell, Osage, Saint Ansgar, Stacyville, McIntire, Orchard, Little Cedar, Otranto, Carpenter, Toeterville, New Haven, Meyer
Adjacent Counties
Mower County, MN, Howard, Floyd, Cerro Gordo, Worth
County Seat
Additional County Resources
- County Website: Mitchell County Website
- Farm Service Agency: Mitchell 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.
Mitchell County History
Founded in 1851, Mitchell County is located in northern Iowa and was named after Irish patriot John Mitchel. The county seat, Osage, developed as an early regional hub for agriculture and trade. As of the 2020 census, the county has a population of 10,565 residents. Additional historical details are available on Wikipedia.
Location of Mitchell County highlighted on the Iowa state map.
