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

Nov
3
2026 General Election General Election
Election Information
Jun
2
2026 Primary Election Primary Election
Statewide Results · Unofficial Results Sample Ballot(s) Candidate List
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 register to vote for every election?

A.

No. You would only need to re-register if your information has changed and you need to update it.

Q.

Can someone else return my absentee ballot for me?

A.

The only people who may return a ballot for a voter are:

Read More About Voter ID

All Frequently Asked Questions

Hancock County Voter Registration

Updated July 24, 2026
Republican
3,938
No Party
2,202
Democratic
1,211
Liberarian
47
Other
8
Total Registered Voters: 7,406
Register to Vote
This webpage was printed on August 11, 2026. For the most current election-related information, visit the Hancock County, Iowa, Elections website at https://elections.hancockcountyia.gov.
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