Investing in new farmland can help you scale your ag operation and set your family up for success for generations to come. To make an informed land purchase, it's advisable to assess the value of the land.
The newly available infographic 2025 Price Per Acre for U.S. Farmland from FBN® Finance gives an overview of property prices across the United States. Download it for free now, or continue reading below to learn more.
In 2025 Price Per Acre for U.S. Farmland, you'll find:
A heat map of the average price per acre of farmland across the United States
A snapshot of the high and low property prices in the Midwest
7 factors that contribute to farmland pricing
This free, one-page PDF uses a color-coded map to make it easy to see how much the average farmland property values can vary across the country and regional pricing trends. Find out where the most expensive properties are located and compare the prices of farmland you’re considering to the average price per acre in your state.
The bar chart of Midwestern property prices further shows how much price per acre can vary even within a single farming state. In South Dakota, for example, that price difference can be more than an estimated $6,000 per acre.
Understanding the role that soil quality, comparable sales, and other factors have in creating value also helps you to know whether a potential parcel of land is right for your particular ag operation and how to negotiate to get the best price.
You can view the infographic on your computer or print it out for easy reference. Download it now here.
2025 Price Per Acre for U.S. Farmland utilizes data based on USDA reported value for farmland released in June 2024 as well as analysis from FBN Data Science to equip you with data-driven information so you can feel confident that you are making educated choices for your ag operation.
To help you further research potential farmland investments, AcreVision is a user-friendly, interactive map that provides such information as:
"While the residential real estate industry has developed a range of tools to help value homes and land, that level of intelligence has been largely absent from the agricultural world,” says Dan English, FBN Finance general manager. “AcreVision empowers producers by providing them with the critical data they need to make informed decisions about their land and potential land acquisitions."
If you’re beginning to look for new farmland to expand your acreage, now is the time to get pre-qualified for a land loan.
When you get pre-qualified through FBN Finance, you gain a competitive edge by being ready to make an offer when you find the right parcel of land. You’ll have assurance during your land search because you’ll know how much — up to $3 million — you’re pre-qualified to receive for a land loan. The pre-qualification is valid for 180 days.
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*Price per acre data based on USDA reported value for farmland released in June 2024. **Highs and lows per acre are based on USDA reported value and FBN Data Science analysis.
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