Unofficial Election Results: The UNOFFICIAL results, not including write-ins, will be posted to the website election night, November 3, 2026. The results, including the write-ins, will be OFFICIAL at canvass, Tuesday, November 10, 2026.

Welcome to the Hancock County Elections website.

The Election Department in the Auditor’s Office is responsible for every aspect of conducting an election from voter registration to the final count of the votes. This site is designed to be a resource for residents looking to learn how to vote, find their elected officials, learn about becoming a candidate, or find past or upcoming election information.

Quick Links

Where Do I Vote?

Am I Registered?

How Do I Vote?

Military/Overseas Voting

Elected Officials

Upcoming & Recent Elections

Nov

2026 General Election General Election

Unofficial Results Sample Ballot(s) Candidate List

Jun

2026 Primary Election Primary Election

Statewide Results · Unofficial Results Sample Ballot(s) Candidate List

Mar

Special Election (City of Forest City-Councilmember-At-Large-To Fill Vacancy) Special Election

Unofficial Results Sample Ballot(s)

News

Notice of General Election - November 3, 2026

October 14, 2026

Notice of Public Test-General Election 2026

Notice of Primary Election - June 2, 2026

All News

FAQ

Can I update my voter registration over the phone?

No. All updates to voter registration must be made in writing or online through the Iowa DOT if you have an Iowa driver’s license.

Can I vote for someone that is not on the ballot?

Yes. For each race on the ballot, a line is provided for you to write-in the name of someone for whom you wish to vote for. Make sure you color in the oval!

All Frequently Asked Questions

Hancock County Voter Registration

Updated November 2, 2026

Republican

3,944

No Party

2,234

Democratic

1,214

Liberarian

Other

Total Registered Voters: 7,448

This webpage was printed on November 4, 2026. For the most current election-related information, visit the Hancock County, Iowa, Elections website at https://elections.hancockcountyia.gov.