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
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 City-School Election - November 4, 2025
Elected Positions for the 2025 City/School Election
Notice of Special Election - January 28, 2025 - City of Britt
All News

FAQ

Q.

Where do I vote?

A.

Where you vote is determined by where you live and you must vote in the precinct to which you are assigned for your ballot to be counted. To find your polling place please visit the Polling Places page on our website.

Q.

Can I pick up or request a ballot for someone else?

A.

No. In Iowa you can only request an absentee ballot for yourself.

All Frequently Asked Questions

Hancock County Voter Registration

Updated April 15, 2026
Republican
3,910
No Party
2,267
Democratic
1,185
Liberarian
53
Other
9
Total Registered Voters: 7,424
Register to Vote
This webpage was printed on April 19, 2026. For the most current election-related information, visit the Hancock County, Iowa, Elections website at https://elections.hancockcountyia.gov.
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