Black Hawk County
Elections

Welcome to the Black Hawk 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

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News

Waterloo City Council Calls Special Election to Fill Ward 2 Vacancy

January 22, 2026

The Waterloo City Council has called a special election to fill a vacancy on the Waterloo City Council representing Ward 2, created when former Councilmember Dave Boesen was elected Mayor in December 2025.

FAQ

Q.

Do I have to vote for everything on the ballot?

A.

No. You can vote for as much or as little as you would like; it’s all up to you!

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.

Black Hawk County Voter Registration

Updated February 2, 2026
No Party
29,194
Democratic
27,950
Republican
23,181
Other
815
Total Registered Voters: 81,140
This webpage was printed on February 12, 2026. For the most current election-related information, visit the Black Hawk County, Iowa, Elections website at https://blackhawkcountyelections.iowa.gov.
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