The 1944 Colorado gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1944. Incumbent Republican John Charles Vivian defeated Democratic nominee Roy Phelix Best with 52.40% of the vote.

Primary elections Primary elections were held on September 12, 1944.

Democratic primary

Candidates Roy Phelix Best, Colorado State Penitentiary Warden

Results

Republican primary

Candidates John Charles Vivian, incumbent Governor

Results

General election

Candidates John Charles Vivian, Republican Roy Phelix Best, Democratic

Results

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