Welcome to the Des Moines 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

2024 Precinct & District Maps 2024 Precinct & District Maps

March 5, 2024

County Precinct Maps, Iowa Congressional & House & Senate District Maps are now available

FAQ

Q.

What is a provisional ballot?

A.

If a voter’s eligibility is in question on Election Day they are allowed to cast a provisional ballot. After the voter marks their ballot and returns it to the poll worker, the voter is required to provide the necessary identification or documentation at the polling place before it closes or provide it at the Auditor’s Office by noon on the following Monday. If the canvass will be held earlier than the following Monday, the identification must be provided before the canvass.

If it is determined that you do have the right to vote in the precinct in which you voted, your ballot will then be counted and included in the final vote total.

Des Moines County Voter Registration

Updated August 8, 2023
Democratic
9,591
No Party
9,524
Republican
8,103
Libertarian
200
Other
50
Total Registered Voters: 27,468
This webpage was printed on August 8, 2025. For the most current election-related information, visit the Des Moines County, Iowa, Elections website at https://dmcountyelections.iowa.gov/.
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