Election Day

2026 Primary Election

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.
Hancock County Courthouse

Upcoming & Recent Elections

Jun
2
2026 Primary Election Primary Election
Election Information Statewide Results · Unofficial Results Sample Ballot(s)
Nov
3
2026 General Election General Election
Election Information
Mar
17
Special Election (City of Forest City-Councilmember-At-Large-To Fill Vacancy) Special Election
Unofficial Results Sample Ballot(s)

News

Notice of Primary Election - June 2, 2026

May 20, 2026

Notice of City-School Election - November 4, 2025
Elected Positions for the 2025 City/School Election
All News

FAQ

Q.

Do I have to vote for everything on the ballot?

A.

No. You can vote for as much or as little as you would like; it’s all up to you!

Q.

What if I lost my ID or forgot to take one with me to the polls?

A.

Starting in 2019, if you do not have your ID with you, you may either cast a provisional ballot or have another registered voter attest to your identity. Learn more about provisional ballots and attesting on our Voter ID page.

All Frequently Asked Questions

Hancock County Voter Registration

Updated June 1, 2026
Republican
3,905
No Party
2,272
Democratic
1,184
Liberarian
51
Other
9
Total Registered Voters: 7,421
Register to Vote
This webpage was printed on June 2, 2026. For the most current election-related information, visit the Hancock County, Iowa, Elections website at https://elections.hancockcountyia.gov.
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