The 1956 North Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1956. Republican nominee John E. Davis defeated Democratic nominee Wallace E. Warner with 58.46% of the vote.

Primary elections Primary elections were held on June 26, 1956.

Democratic primary

Candidates Wallace E. Warner, former North Dakota Attorney General

Results

Republican primary

Candidates John E. Davis, State Senator Ray Schnell, former Lieutenant Governor

Results

General election

Candidates John E. Davis, Republican Wallace E. Warner, Democratic

Results

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