The 1974 Idaho gubernatorial election was held on Tuesday, November 5. Incumbent Democrat Cecil Andrus soundly defeated Republican nominee Jack Murphy, the lieutenant governor, with 70.92% of the vote.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on Tuesday, August 6, 1974; both major party candidates were unopposed.
Democratic primary Candidate Cecil Andrus, Lewiston, incumbent governor
Republican primary Candidate Jack Murphy, Shoshone, lieutenant governor
General election Candidates Major party candidates Cecil Andrus, Democratic Jack Murphy, Republican
Other candidates Nolan Victor, American
Results
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