The 1948 North Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1948. Incumbent Republican Fred G. Aandahl defeated Democratic nominee Howard I. Henry with 61.33% of the vote.

Primary elections Primary elections were held on June 29, 1948.

Democratic primary

Candidates Howard I. Henry

Results

Republican primary

Candidates Fred G. Aandahl, incumbent Governor Ervin Schumacher

Results

General election

Candidates Major party candidates Fred G. Aandahl, Republican Howard I. Henry, Democratic

Other candidates H. A. Porter, Progressive George Lund, Socialist

Results

References