North Dakota Corn Price — USDA NASS Monthly & MYA Data
North Dakota Corn price reached $4.07/bu in August 2026 — $0.38/bu below the US average of $4.45/bu. Monthly price received by producers, sourced directly from USDA NASS.
Corn monthly price trend
North Dakota vs the US average, last 24 months of USDA NASS data
| Month | North Dakota price | US average |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-01 | $3.22/bu | $3.79/bu |
| 2020-02 | $3.17/bu | $3.78/bu |
| 2020-03 | $3.16/bu | $3.68/bu |
| 2020-04 | $2.82/bu | $3.29/bu |
| 2020-05 | $2.89/bu | $3.20/bu |
| 2020-06 | $2.81/bu | $3.16/bu |
| 2020-07 | $2.91/bu | $3.21/bu |
| 2020-08 | $2.79/bu | $3.12/bu |
| 2020-09 | $3.00/bu | $3.41/bu |
| 2020-10 | $3.33/bu | $3.61/bu |
| 2020-11 | $3.56/bu | $3.79/bu |
| 2020-12 | $3.73/bu | $3.97/bu |
| 2021-01 | $3.99/bu | $4.24/bu |
| 2021-02 | $4.39/bu | $4.75/bu |
| 2021-03 | $4.66/bu | $4.89/bu |
| 2021-04 | $5.06/bu | $5.31/bu |
| 2021-05 | $5.32/bu | $5.91/bu |
| 2021-06 | $5.53/bu | $6.00/bu |
| 2021-07 | $5.94/bu | $6.12/bu |
| 2021-08 | $6.07/bu | $6.32/bu |
| 2021-09 | $5.92/bu | $5.47/bu |
| 2021-10 | $4.92/bu | $5.02/bu |
| 2021-11 | $5.10/bu | $5.26/bu |
| 2021-12 | $5.22/bu | $5.47/bu |
| 2022-01 | $5.43/bu | $5.58/bu |
| 2022-02 | $5.90/bu | $6.09/bu |
| 2022-03 | $6.33/bu | $6.56/bu |
| 2022-04 | $6.77/bu | $7.07/bu |
| 2022-05 | $7.21/bu | $7.26/bu |
| 2022-06 | $7.06/bu | $7.38/bu |
| 2022-07 | $6.83/bu | $7.25/bu |
| 2022-08 | $6.93/bu | $7.24/bu |
| 2022-09 | $6.88/bu | $7.09/bu |
| 2022-10 | $6.16/bu | $6.49/bu |
| 2022-11 | $6.01/bu | $6.49/bu |
| 2022-12 | $6.17/bu | $6.58/bu |
| 2023-01 | $6.18/bu | $6.63/bu |
| 2023-02 | $6.44/bu | $6.80/bu |
| 2023-03 | $6.38/bu | $6.67/bu |
| 2023-04 | $6.44/bu | $6.70/bu |
| 2023-05 | $6.24/bu | $6.54/bu |
| 2023-06 | $6.25/bu | $6.49/bu |
| 2023-07 | $6.13/bu | $6.22/bu |
| 2023-08 | $5.64/bu | $5.73/bu |
| 2023-09 | $5.19/bu | $5.21/bu |
| 2023-10 | $4.88/bu | $4.93/bu |
| 2023-11 | $4.35/bu | $4.66/bu |
| 2023-12 | $4.42/bu | $4.80/bu |
| 2024-01 | $4.44/bu | $4.74/bu |
| 2024-02 | $3.99/bu | $4.36/bu |
| 2024-03 | $4.08/bu | $4.36/bu |
| 2024-04 | $4.01/bu | $4.39/bu |
| 2024-05 | $4.11/bu | $4.51/bu |
| 2024-06 | $4.20/bu | $4.48/bu |
| 2024-07 | $3.76/bu | $4.23/bu |
| 2024-08 | $3.53/bu | $3.84/bu |
| 2024-09 | $3.78/bu | $3.97/bu |
| 2024-10 | $3.73/bu | $3.99/bu |
| 2024-11 | $3.72/bu | $4.07/bu |
| 2024-12 | $3.89/bu | $4.23/bu |
| 2025-01 | $4.01/bu | $4.29/bu |
| 2025-02 | $4.21/bu | $4.58/bu |
| 2025-03 | $4.18/bu | $4.57/bu |
| 2025-04 | $4.26/bu | $4.62/bu |
| 2025-05 | $4.21/bu | $4.64/bu |
| 2025-06 | $4.09/bu | $4.47/bu |
| 2025-07 | $4.03/bu | $4.29/bu |
| 2025-08 | $3.63/bu | $3.96/bu |
| 2025-09 | $3.79/bu | $4.00/bu |
| 2025-10 | $3.71/bu | $3.93/bu |
| 2025-11 | $3.71/bu | $3.98/bu |
| 2025-12 | $3.67/bu | $4.10/bu |
| 2026-01 | $3.76/bu | $4.12/bu |
| 2026-02 | $3.66/bu | $4.12/bu |
| 2026-03 | $3.82/bu | $4.27/bu |
| 2026-04 | $3.96/bu | $4.31/bu |
| 2026-05 | $4.10/bu | $4.48/bu |
| 2026-06 | $3.95/bu | $4.28/bu |
| 2026-07 | $3.89/bu | $4.26/bu |
| 2026-08 | $4.07/bu | $4.45/bu |
How North Dakota compares
Top Corn-producing states, August 2026 price
| State | Price | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $5.53/bu | +24.3% |
| Colorado | $5.16/bu | +16% |
| Pennsylvania | $5.09/bu | +14.4% |
| Tennessee | $4.9/bu | +10.1% |
| Indiana | $4.86/bu | +9.2% |
| Texas | $4.83/bu | +8.5% |
| Ohio | $4.82/bu | +8.3% |
| Kentucky | $4.81/bu | +8.1% |
What this price means for North Dakota Corn farmers
North Dakota corn averaged $4.07 per bushel in August 2026, sitting $0.38 below the national average of $4.45 per bushel for the same month. That gap is typical for the state and reflects structural basis factors — primarily the added freight cost of moving grain from the northern Plains to major processing and export hubs, along with the degree of local elevator competition — rather than any difference in crop quality or yield potential. Looking at the broader marketing year, North Dakota's current MYA price of $3.80 per bushel trails last year's finalized MYA of $3.96 per bushel by $0.16, a decline that signals modest year-over-year price pressure across the full selling season. Producers should treat that $3.80 figure as preliminary, since MYA averages are revised as more months of sales data are reported.
When it comes to marketing and selling decisions, the August monthly print of $4.07 per bushel can be useful for evaluating whether a forward contract offer at a specific elevator is attractive right now, but it is a snapshot of one moment in a six-month stretch of prices that have ranged from $3.82 in March to $4.10 in May. Locking in a forward contract based solely on a favorable monthly number can expose a farm to opportunity cost if prices continue climbing, while holding out risks missing a seasonal peak. For annual revenue planning and break-even analysis, the marketing-year-average of $3.80 per bushel is the appropriate benchmark, because it smooths out monthly swings and more accurately reflects what a typical North Dakota corn operation will actually net across a full marketing year. Budgeting to a single strong month rather than the MYA routinely leads to overstated revenue projections and underestimated input financing needs.
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Frequently asked questions — North Dakota Corn price
Why is the North Dakota corn price of $4.07/bushel lower than the US average of $4.45/bushel in August 2026?
North Dakota corn trades at a $0.38/bushel discount to the national average primarily because of basis, which reflects local supply-demand conditions, transportation costs to end-use markets, and elevator margins specific to the region. North Dakota's distance from major corn-consuming hubs like the Corn Belt ethanol plants and feedlots adds freight costs that compress the price producers receive. Understanding this basis spread helps farmers evaluate whether to sell locally, store grain, or explore alternative delivery points.
What is the difference between the August 2026 monthly corn price of $4.07/bushel and North Dakota's marketing-year-average price of $3.80/bushel?
The monthly price of $4.07/bushel reflects what North Dakota corn producers were actually receiving during August 2026, while the marketing-year-average (MYA) of $3.80/bushel represents the weighted average price across the entire September-to-August crop marketing year. The MYA is weighted by monthly sales volumes, so months when farmers move more grain have a larger influence on that figure. Comparing the two helps farmers assess whether their own selling pace is outperforming or lagging the seasonal average.
How frequently does USDA update North Dakota corn price data, and where do the figures originate?
USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) publishes state-level corn prices monthly as part of the Agricultural Prices report, typically released on the last business day of each month. The data are collected through surveys of grain dealers, elevators, and other first handlers across North Dakota. Farmers and agronomists should check each monthly release to track how prices are trending relative to the MYA and to refine forward-marketing decisions.
How can I use North Dakota's corn price of $4.07/bushel alongside yield data to estimate gross revenue per acre?
Multiply your expected or actual corn yield in bushels per acre by the $4.07/bushel price to calculate estimated gross revenue; for example, a 130 bu/acre yield would project to approximately $529/acre. For a full-season revenue estimate, consider using the $3.80/bushel MYA price instead, since it better approximates the blended price a farmer receives when selling across the entire marketing year. Comparing this revenue figure against your cost of production helps determine breakeven yields and informs decisions on crop insurance coverage levels and forward contract quantities.