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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Davis County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Iowa state publishers on the review date. 6 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Davis County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Davis County, Iowa — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
9,193
Population
Census estimate
3,172
Households
Census estimate
$77,176
Median income
Annual household
$140,300
Median home value
Census ACS
Bloomfield
County seat
In Iowa
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
1 source
Property records
4 sources
Vital records
2 sources
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
1 source
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Davis County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Davis County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Iowa Courts Online Search - Select Action Administering Justice Under Law Equally To All Persons | Iow… |
| Criminal records | No verified source — see Davis County state portal below |
| Wants & warrants | IOWA System (Iowa On-line Warrants & Articles) | Iowa De… |
| Property records | Beacon - Search welcome to appanoose county treasurer's online payment! |
| Vital records | Vital Records | State Historical Society of Iowa Vital Records - Iowa Department of Health and Human Services |
| Voter records | Election & Voting Information - Davis County Elections & Voting | Iowa Secretary of State - Paul D. P… |
| Professional licenses | Find a Record or License | Department of Inspections, Appeal… |
| Recorded documents | Recorder - Davis County |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Davis County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Davis County Records
2026
Davis County official government portal active
The official Davis County government website at www.daviscountyiowa.org continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Davis County court records portal verified
State court system links for Davis County verified against the Iowa judiciary portal in 2026.
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Davis County property records online
Davis County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
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FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside Iowa, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Davis County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Davis County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Davis County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Iowa statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Iowa state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Davis County Records
❌ Myth: "Davis County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Davis County are held by the Iowa state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Davis County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Davis County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Iowa state repository has verified, current Davis County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Davis County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Davis County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.daviscountyiowa.org — Official Davis County government website
- www.iowacourts.state.ia.us — Court records — official source
- dps.iowa.gov — Wants & warrants — official source
- history.iowa.gov — Vital records — official source
- www.daviscountyiowa.gov — Voter records — official source
- dial.iowa.gov — Licenses — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Davis County & Iowa Records
For records not specific to Davis County, use Iowa's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Iowa statewide record systems:
- Iowa Court Records →
- Iowa Criminal Records →
- Iowa Property Records →
- Iowa Vital Records →
- Iowa Voter Records →
- Iowa Wants & Warrants →
- Iowa Licenses →
- Iowa Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
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Iowa statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Davis County, Iowa
Davis County is located in southeastern Iowa. The county seat is Bloomfield (official site: http://www.daviscountyiowa.org/).
- Population: 9,193
- Households: 3,172
- Median household income: $77,176
- Median home value: $140,300
- Below poverty line: 9.4%
- Land area: 502.2 sq mi
- Population density: 18.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 1
- NCES schools indexed: 4
Beacon - Search
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welcome to appanoose county treasurer's online payment!
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When you register an account, you are able to enjoy the benefits of the following information being stored: · Your Account Information -When you have an account, your parcels, payment and contact information will all be stored securely. You will not have to enter that information from year-to-year ...
Buchanan County Treasurer | Iowa Tax And Tags
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We recommend you pay your property and vehicle renewal (tag) taxes online. It's easy, fast and safe. Online payment options include Discover Card, MasterCard, Visa, American Express and eCheck - an electronic transfer of funds from your bank account to the County bank account. Tax Department: 319-334-4340 Motor Vehicle Department: 319-334-2005 Driver's License Department: 319-334-7456 Fax: 319-334-7454 · Buchanan
County Recorder Directory | Iowa Land Records
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Sara Meseck, Crawford County Recorder 1202 Broadway, Denison, IA 51442 Phone: (712) 263-3643 | Fax: (712) 263-3413 Email: smeseck@crawfordcounty.iowa.gov crawfordcounty.iowa.gov · Office Status: Office Open to the Public Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM · Dropbox available on east side of the courthouse. Please call this county for more information. Megan Clyman, Davis County Recorder 100 Courthouse Sq, Bloomfield, IA 52537 Phone: (641) 664-2321 Email: recorder@daviscountyiowa.org daviscountyiowa.gov
Iowa Courts Online Search - Select Action
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Administering Justice Under Law Equally To All Persons | Iowa Judicial Branch
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Judge Odekirk will begin serving as chief judge July 9, 2026. More News · The Iowa Judicial Branch dedicates itself to providing independent and accessible forums for fair and prompt resolution of disputes, administering justice under law equally to all persons .
Vital Records | State Historical Society of Iowa
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For certified copies of birth, death and marriage records or more recent birth, death, and marriage records contact Iowa HHS Vital Records . Divorce vital record statistics less than 75 years old are only available at Iowa HHS Vital Records .
Vital Records - Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
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Learn about vital records including birth, death, and marriage certificates, and how you can request them from Iowa Health & Human Services.
Get Marriage, Birth, and Death Records | Iowa.gov
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You may request certified copies of birth, marriage and death records by telephone, in-person, online, or through the postal service .
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Election & Voting Information - Davis County
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Register Online You must have a valid Iowa drivers license or non-driver ID to register online. Secretary of State Voter Registration Form Online Voter Registration
Elections & Voting | Iowa Secretary of State - Paul D. Pate
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You can fill out a new voter registration form and mail it to your county auditor and they will update your registration .
Iowa Online Voter Registration
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Register to vote or update your voter registration online using your Iowa driver’s license or nonoperator ID number. You should receive your voter registration card from your county auditor within three weeks · Have questions about voter registration? Visit the Iowa Secretary of State's ...
Homepage - Davis County
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Visit Davis County McGowen Wildlife Area Davis County Fair Lake Wapello State Park History of Courthouse Preservation Efforts Assessment & Taxation Videos Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Fair Housing Strategies · Property Tax Hearing Notice
IOWA System (Iowa On-line Warrants & Articles) | Iowa Department of Public Safety
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The IOWA Criminal Justice Information Network provides a wide variety of information to police, sheriff's, state, and federal criminal justice agencies in Iowa.
Public Records Requests | Iowa Judicial Branch
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The Iowa Judicial Branch is committed to the concept of an open and transparent court system for all Iowans and seeks to provide the public with meaningful access to records about cases as well as court operations and administration. While the Iowa Judicial Branch aspires to respond appropriately ...
Find a Record or License | Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing
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Search State of Iowa online services to verify professional licensure, and search inspection and survey records.
Iowa License Lookup
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PACER systems will undergo maintenance on Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET . As a result, certain portions of this site may be temporarily degraded during the maintenance window. Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services.
Recorder - Davis County
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In order to obtain a certified copy, the original document must first be recorded at the Recorder’s Office upon discharge from service. You may request a certified copy by completing the Application for Certified Copy and mailing it to the Davis County Recorder’s Office, 100 Courthouse Square, Suite 7, Bloomfield, Iowa 52537
Davis County Historical Records Search - Davis County
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Davis County is pleased to announce the completion of a digital archiving project. This project makes available for the first-time tract indexes, grantor/grantee records deed records, affidavits and miscellaneous records, dating back from 1846. Board of supervisor minutes and Election results.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Davis County?
Davis County court cases are searchable through the Administering Justice Under Law Equally To All Persons | Iowa Judicial Branch portal: https://www.iowacourts.gov/. Iowa also operates a state-level case lookup through the Iowa Courts Online system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Does an arrest show up on a background check before conviction in Iowa?
Yes — in Iowa, an arrest can appear on a name-based background check from the moment of booking, even before any court ruling. Whether it appears on an employment screening depends on the type of check (name-based vs. fingerprint-based) and how recent the arrest is.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in Iowa?
Yes. Active warrants in Iowa appear on name-based criminal background checks through the Iowa Department of Public Safety system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
Are Iowa criminal records public?
Mostly yes. Iowa's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.