Colorado Corn Price — USDA NASS Monthly & MYA Data
Colorado Corn price reached $5.39/bu in September 2026 — about $0.58/bu above the US average of $4.81/bu. Monthly price received by producers, sourced directly from USDA NASS.
Corn monthly price trend
Colorado vs the US average, last 24 months of USDA NASS data
| Month | Colorado price | US average |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-01 | $3.89/bu | $3.79/bu |
| 2020-02 | $3.78/bu | $3.78/bu |
| 2020-03 | $3.74/bu | $3.68/bu |
| 2020-04 | $3.34/bu | $3.29/bu |
| 2020-05 | $3.36/bu | $3.20/bu |
| 2020-06 | $3.08/bu | $3.16/bu |
| 2020-07 | $3.46/bu | $3.21/bu |
| 2020-08 | $3.45/bu | $3.12/bu |
| 2020-09 | $3.55/bu | $3.41/bu |
| 2020-10 | $4.18/bu | $3.61/bu |
| 2020-11 | $4.04/bu | $3.79/bu |
| 2020-12 | $4.16/bu | $3.97/bu |
| 2021-01 | $4.54/bu | $4.24/bu |
| 2021-02 | $4.90/bu | $4.75/bu |
| 2021-03 | $4.95/bu | $4.89/bu |
| 2021-04 | $5.40/bu | $5.31/bu |
| 2021-05 | $6.00/bu | $5.91/bu |
| 2021-06 | $6.43/bu | $6.00/bu |
| 2021-07 | $6.55/bu | $6.12/bu |
| 2021-08 | $6.66/bu | $6.32/bu |
| 2021-09 | $5.80/bu | $5.47/bu |
| 2021-10 | $5.28/bu | $5.02/bu |
| 2021-11 | $5.65/bu | $5.26/bu |
| 2021-12 | $5.55/bu | $5.47/bu |
| 2022-01 | $5.90/bu | $5.58/bu |
| 2022-02 | $6.30/bu | $6.09/bu |
| 2022-03 | $6.79/bu | $6.56/bu |
| 2022-04 | $7.12/bu | $7.07/bu |
| 2022-05 | $7.46/bu | $7.26/bu |
| 2022-06 | $7.96/bu | $7.38/bu |
| 2022-07 | $8.11/bu | $7.25/bu |
| 2022-08 | $8.14/bu | $7.24/bu |
| 2022-09 | $8.12/bu | $7.09/bu |
| 2022-10 | $8.07/bu | $6.49/bu |
| 2022-11 | $7.32/bu | $6.49/bu |
| 2022-12 | $7.36/bu | $6.58/bu |
| 2023-01 | $7.29/bu | $6.63/bu |
| 2023-02 | $7.72/bu | $6.80/bu |
| 2023-03 | $7.75/bu | $6.67/bu |
| 2023-04 | $7.62/bu | $6.70/bu |
| 2023-05 | $7.78/bu | $6.54/bu |
| 2023-06 | $7.24/bu | $6.49/bu |
| 2023-07 | $7.76/bu | $6.22/bu |
| 2023-08 | $7.17/bu | $5.73/bu |
| 2023-09 | $6.04/bu | $5.21/bu |
| 2023-10 | $5.73/bu | $4.93/bu |
| 2023-11 | $5.23/bu | $4.66/bu |
| 2023-12 | $5.13/bu | $4.80/bu |
| 2024-01 | $5.10/bu | $4.74/bu |
| 2024-02 | $4.78/bu | $4.36/bu |
| 2024-03 | $4.72/bu | $4.36/bu |
| 2024-04 | $4.82/bu | $4.39/bu |
| 2024-05 | $4.93/bu | $4.51/bu |
| 2024-06 | $5.07/bu | $4.48/bu |
| 2024-07 | $5.18/bu | $4.23/bu |
| 2024-08 | $4.66/bu | $3.84/bu |
| 2024-09 | $4.60/bu | $3.97/bu |
| 2024-10 | $4.70/bu | $3.99/bu |
| 2024-11 | $4.53/bu | $4.07/bu |
| 2024-12 | $4.54/bu | $4.23/bu |
| 2025-01 | $4.74/bu | $4.29/bu |
| 2025-02 | $4.90/bu | $4.58/bu |
| 2025-03 | $4.94/bu | $4.57/bu |
| 2025-04 | $4.93/bu | $4.62/bu |
| 2025-05 | $4.96/bu | $4.64/bu |
| 2025-06 | $4.74/bu | $4.47/bu |
| 2025-07 | $4.54/bu | $4.29/bu |
| 2025-08 | $4.42/bu | $3.96/bu |
| 2025-09 | $4.33/bu | $4.00/bu |
| 2025-10 | $4.54/bu | $3.93/bu |
| 2025-11 | $4.27/bu | $3.98/bu |
| 2025-12 | $4.23/bu | $4.10/bu |
| 2026-01 | $4.39/bu | $4.12/bu |
| 2026-02 | $4.23/bu | $4.12/bu |
| 2026-03 | $4.43/bu | $4.27/bu |
| 2026-04 | $4.33/bu | $4.31/bu |
| 2026-05 | $4.51/bu | $4.48/bu |
| 2026-06 | $4.53/bu | $4.28/bu |
| 2026-07 | $4.76/bu | $4.26/bu |
| 2026-08 | $5.16/bu | $4.45/bu |
| 2026-09 | $5.39/bu | $4.81/bu |
How Colorado compares
Top Corn-producing states, September 2026 price
| State | Price | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $5.66/bu | +17.7% |
| Pennsylvania | $5.54/bu | +15.2% |
| Colorado | $5.39/bu | +12.1% |
| Ohio | $5.18/bu | +7.7% |
| Indiana | $5.05/bu | +5% |
| Tennessee | $4.97/bu | +3.3% |
| Michigan | $4.88/bu | +1.5% |
| Missouri | $4.85/bu | +0.8% |
What this price means for Colorado Corn farmers
Colorado's corn price for September 2026 was $5.39/bu, $0.58 above the national average of $4.81/bu. State-level basis explains most gaps like this: transport costs, local elevator competition and crush or export demand set the premium, not farming quality. The 2025 marketing-year average (MYA) stands at $4.40/bu, lower than the prior year's $4.64/bu by $0.24. The monthly price has climbed from $4.33 in April to $5.39 in September, a steep run. The current MYA may still be preliminary.
The monthly print and the MYA answer different questions. A forward contract can be priced off a monthly figure such as $5.39/bu, while the MYA of $4.40/bu is the number for annual revenue planning and budgeting. The gap between the two, $0.99/bu, shows how far a single month can sit from the season's average. Budgeting a whole farm off one month adds volatility that the MYA smooths out.
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Frequently asked questions — Colorado Corn price
Why is Colorado corn priced $0.58/bu above the US average?
The September 2026 price of $5.39/bu compares with a national $4.81/bu. Local basis, transport and buyer competition explain most of the gap rather than farming quality.
What is the difference between the monthly price and the MYA for Colorado corn?
The monthly price of $5.39/bu reflects one month of sales, while the 2025 MYA of $4.40/bu averages the marketing year. Use the monthly figure for contract timing and the MYA for annual revenue planning.
How often does USDA update Colorado corn prices?
USDA NASS publishes state prices monthly, and the MYA can be revised as the marketing year progresses. The current MYA may still be preliminary, so check each new release.
How do I use the Colorado corn price with yield to estimate revenue?
Multiply your yield per acre by the price. Using the MYA of $4.40/bu gives a steadier full-season estimate, while the September price of $5.39/bu shows what a current sale would bring.