Delaware County
Elections
2023 City /School Election in the County of Delaware, State of Iowa, will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Welcome to the Delaware County Elections Website

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.

Upcoming & Recent Elections

News

2021 Election Law Changes for Iowa Voters 2021 Election Law Changes for Iowa Voters

October 8, 2021

View a list of important changes to Iowa election law passed by the 2021 Iowa legislature. These changes are effective immediately.

FAQ

Q.

Can an independent vote in a primary election?

A.

Yes and No. In Iowa, you must be a member of a political party (currently: Republican, Democratic, and Libertarian) to vote in a primary election. However, anyone* can change parties on Election Day and vote. For independents to vote they must declare a political party.

*Precinct election officials may not change political parties within 30 days of an election.

Delaware County Voter Registration

Updated September 5, 2023
Republican
4,988
No Party
4,713
Democratic
2,465
Libertarian
52
Other
12
Total Registered Voters: 12,230
This webpage was printed on October 4, 2023. For the most current election-related information, visit the Delaware County, Iowa, Elections website at https://delawarecountyelections.iowa.gov.
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