ANONYMOUS QUESTION from a AUTONOMOUS PERSON

Q: What is the average price one should charge for a deer lease per acre?

A: With deer hunting season right around the corner (Nov. 7), one thing many hunters and land owners may not consider is the average cost of a deer lease.

Is there even a formula to help figure out the average cost? The answer is both yes and no.

If one searches on the internet they can find sites that will ask questions about their land to help figure out the best yearly lease cost.

However, there are many variables that need to be considered when looking at pricing of a deer lease. Consider the proof of target trophy species and if the property is currently expected to produce that level of animal.

Another thing to consider is the availability of food, water and cover for the target species.

Finally, one must consider the size of the property. With those things in mind, the average per acre price for a deer lease is about $15, although the price can range between $10 up to $20 or more.

Ultimately, it is up to the owner of the land as to how much they prefer to charge. Generally, when one decides to go with a deer lease, they do so for a year with the opportunity to not only hunt deer, but also other native, in-season species--a benefit for both the owner and the hunter alike.