Pennsylvania Corn Price — USDA NASS Monthly & MYA Data
Pennsylvania Corn price reached $5.09/bu in August 2026 — about $0.64/bu above the US average of $4.45/bu. Monthly price received by producers, sourced directly from USDA NASS.
Corn monthly price trend
Pennsylvania vs the US average, last 24 months of USDA NASS data
| Month | Pennsylvania price | US average |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-01 | $4.31/bu | $3.79/bu |
| 2020-02 | $4.46/bu | $3.78/bu |
| 2020-03 | $4.11/bu | $3.68/bu |
| 2020-04 | $3.77/bu | $3.29/bu |
| 2020-05 | $3.74/bu | $3.20/bu |
| 2020-06 | $3.87/bu | $3.16/bu |
| 2020-07 | $3.69/bu | $3.21/bu |
| 2020-08 | $3.86/bu | $3.12/bu |
| 2020-09 | $4.02/bu | $3.41/bu |
| 2020-10 | $4.21/bu | $3.61/bu |
| 2020-11 | $4.60/bu | $3.79/bu |
| 2020-12 | $4.88/bu | $3.97/bu |
| 2021-01 | $5.37/bu | $4.24/bu |
| 2021-02 | $5.69/bu | $4.75/bu |
| 2021-03 | $5.86/bu | $4.89/bu |
| 2021-04 | $6.19/bu | $5.31/bu |
| 2021-05 | $7.31/bu | $5.91/bu |
| 2021-06 | $6.28/bu | $6.00/bu |
| 2021-07 | $6.57/bu | $6.12/bu |
| 2021-08 | $6.81/bu | $6.32/bu |
| 2021-09 | $6.25/bu | $5.47/bu |
| 2021-10 | $5.59/bu | $5.02/bu |
| 2021-11 | $5.83/bu | $5.26/bu |
| 2021-12 | $5.93/bu | $5.47/bu |
| 2022-01 | $6.18/bu | $5.58/bu |
| 2022-02 | $6.76/bu | $6.09/bu |
| 2022-03 | $6.81/bu | $6.56/bu |
| 2022-04 | $7.06/bu | $7.07/bu |
| 2022-05 | $7.39/bu | $7.26/bu |
| 2022-06 | $7.14/bu | $7.38/bu |
| 2022-07 | $7.60/bu | $7.25/bu |
| 2022-08 | $7.35/bu | $7.24/bu |
| 2022-09 | $7.31/bu | $7.09/bu |
| 2022-10 | $7.00/bu | $6.49/bu |
| 2022-11 | $7.10/bu | $6.49/bu |
| 2022-12 | $6.86/bu | $6.58/bu |
| 2023-01 | $7.24/bu | $6.63/bu |
| 2023-02 | $7.23/bu | $6.80/bu |
| 2023-03 | $7.50/bu | $6.67/bu |
| 2023-04 | $6.62/bu | $6.70/bu |
| 2023-05 | $6.77/bu | $6.54/bu |
| 2023-06 | $6.69/bu | $6.49/bu |
| 2023-07 | $6.84/bu | $6.22/bu |
| 2023-08 | $6.66/bu | $5.73/bu |
| 2023-09 | $5.90/bu | $5.21/bu |
| 2023-10 | $5.16/bu | $4.93/bu |
| 2023-11 | $4.94/bu | $4.66/bu |
| 2023-12 | $4.98/bu | $4.80/bu |
| 2024-01 | $4.97/bu | $4.74/bu |
| 2024-02 | $4.69/bu | $4.36/bu |
| 2024-03 | $4.53/bu | $4.36/bu |
| 2024-04 | $4.66/bu | $4.39/bu |
| 2024-05 | $4.22/bu | $4.51/bu |
| 2024-06 | $4.67/bu | $4.48/bu |
| 2024-07 | $4.46/bu | $4.23/bu |
| 2024-08 | $4.27/bu | $3.84/bu |
| 2024-09 | $4.14/bu | $3.97/bu |
| 2024-10 | $3.84/bu | $3.99/bu |
| 2024-11 | $4.32/bu | $4.07/bu |
| 2024-12 | $4.41/bu | $4.23/bu |
| 2025-01 | $4.61/bu | $4.29/bu |
| 2025-02 | $4.97/bu | $4.58/bu |
| 2025-03 | $4.98/bu | $4.57/bu |
| 2025-04 | $4.95/bu | $4.62/bu |
| 2025-05 | $4.96/bu | $4.64/bu |
| 2025-06 | $4.78/bu | $4.47/bu |
| 2025-07 | $4.68/bu | $4.29/bu |
| 2025-08 | $4.66/bu | $3.96/bu |
| 2025-09 | $4.37/bu | $4.00/bu |
| 2025-10 | $4.34/bu | $3.93/bu |
| 2025-11 | $4.64/bu | $3.98/bu |
| 2025-12 | $4.75/bu | $4.10/bu |
| 2026-01 | $4.68/bu | $4.12/bu |
| 2026-02 | $4.85/bu | $4.12/bu |
| 2026-03 | $4.86/bu | $4.27/bu |
| 2026-04 | $4.99/bu | $4.31/bu |
| 2026-05 | $4.89/bu | $4.48/bu |
| 2026-06 | $5.02/bu | $4.28/bu |
| 2026-07 | $4.74/bu | $4.26/bu |
| 2026-08 | $5.09/bu | $4.45/bu |
How Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania Corn farmers
Pennsylvania corn prices reached $5.09 per bushel in August 2026, sitting $0.64 above the national average of $4.45 per bushel for the same month. That premium over the US figure reflects local basis conditions — primarily transportation costs, regional elevator competition, and proximity to Mid-Atlantic feed and ethanol demand — rather than any meaningful difference in crop quality across state lines. Compared to Pennsylvania's finalized marketing-year-average of $4.52 per bushel from the prior year, the current monthly print represents a noticeable improvement, and the preliminary MYA for this marketing year currently sits at $4.60 per bushel, a modest $0.08 per bushel gain year over year. While that annual improvement is incremental, it confirms a modestly firmer price environment heading through the 2026 crop year.
For marketing and selling decisions, it is important to distinguish between what a single monthly price tells you and what the marketing-year-average is designed to do. A forward contract negotiated off the August print of $5.09 per bushel may look attractive relative to recent months — prices have ranged from $4.74 to $5.09 since March 2026 — but locking in volume based solely on a monthly high introduces timing risk if basis weakens or futures retreat before delivery. The MYA, currently tracking at $4.60 per bushel for this crop year, is the figure that smooths across those fluctuations and gives a realistic picture of what the full season's sales will average out to, making it the appropriate anchor for annual revenue projections and break-even analysis. Using a single strong month to build your budget is optimistic accounting; using the MYA is sound farm financial planning.
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Frequently asked questions — Pennsylvania Corn price
Why is Pennsylvania's corn price of $5.09/bushel in August 2026 higher than the US average of $4.45/bushel?
Pennsylvania corn trades at a $0.64/bushel premium over the national average, a difference known as the local basis, which reflects regional supply and demand conditions including proximity to Mid-Atlantic feed markets, ethanol facilities, and export corridors. Tighter local supplies, higher transportation costs into the region, and strong livestock feeding demand in the Northeast all contribute to Pennsylvania consistently posting above-average corn prices. Farmers and agronomists should monitor this basis spread when evaluating whether to sell locally or pursue other marketing channels.
What is the difference between Pennsylvania's August 2026 corn price of $5.09/bushel and the marketing-year-average price of $4.60/bushel?
The $5.09/bushel figure represents a single monthly price estimate for August 2026, capturing market conditions at a specific point in the crop marketing year, while the $4.60/bushel marketing-year-average (MYA) smooths prices across all months from September through August to reflect the full season's realized value. The MYA is the benchmark USDA uses to calculate crop insurance revenue guarantees and farm program payments, making it the more relevant figure for ARC-CO and PLC decision-making. Comparing the two helps farmers judge whether early or late-season sales outperformed the season-long average.
How frequently does USDA update Pennsylvania corn price data, and when should I expect the next revision?
USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) publishes state-level corn prices monthly through the Agricultural Prices report, typically released on the last business day of each month for the prior month's data. Preliminary MYA prices are released shortly after the marketing year closes in August, with final revisions often appearing in subsequent months as additional survey data are incorporated. Farmers making forward-marketing or storage decisions should check the NASS release schedule and treat the most recent monthly print as preliminary until confirmed.
How can I use Pennsylvania's corn price data alongside yield estimates to project my farm's gross revenue per acre?
To estimate gross revenue, multiply your expected or actual corn yield in bushels per acre by the relevant price benchmark—use the monthly price of $5.09/bushel for near-term cash sales or the MYA of $4.60/bushel to model season-long average returns. For example, a farm yielding 175 bushels per acre would project roughly $891/acre at the August spot price or approximately $805/acre at the MYA, a difference of $86/acre that highlights the value of timing sales strategically. Pairing this calculation with NASS county-level yield data for Pennsylvania allows agronomists to benchmark individual farm performance against regional averages and refine revenue forecasts for lenders or crop insurance documentation.