The 1962 Idaho gubernatorial election was held on November 6; incumbent Republican Robert E. Smylie defeated Democratic nominee Vernon K. Smith with over 54.6% of the vote to win a third term as governor.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on June 5, 1962.
Democratic primary Candidates Vernon K. Smith, Boise attorney Charles Herndon, Salmon attorney John G. Walters, Boise, former state land commissioner Howard D. Hechtner, Lapwai state senator Conley E. Ward, Marsing schoolteacher Clarence H. Higer, Emmett state legislator
Results
Republican primary Candidates Robert E. Smylie, two-term incumbent governor Elvin A. Lindquist, Blackfoot mayor George L. Crookham, Caldwell state legislator
Results
General election
Candidates Robert E. Smylie, Republican Vernon K. Smith, Democratic
Results
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