1954 Iowa gubernatorial election

The 1954 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1954. Republican nominee Leo Hoegh defeated Democratic nominee Clyde E. Herring with 51.37% of the vote.

1954 Iowa gubernatorial election
November 2, 1954
 
Nominee Leo Hoegh Clyde E. Herring
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 435,944 410,255
Percentage 51.37% 48.35%
Governor before election

William S. Beardsley
Republican

 Elected Governor

Leo Hoegh
Republican

Elections in Iowa

General election

Candidates

Major party candidates

  • Leo Hoegh, Republican
  • Clyde E. Herring, Democratic

Other candidates

  • Howard H. Tyler, Independent

Results
1954 Iowa gubernatorial election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±
Republican Leo Hoegh 435,944 51.37%
Democratic Clyde E. Herring 410,255 48.35%
Independent Howard H. Tyler 2,393 0.28%
Majority 25,689
Turnout 848,592
Republican hold Swing
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References
  1. "America Votes 30: 2011-2012, Election Returns by State". Books.google.com. Retrieved March 30, 2020.
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