The 1966 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1966. Incumbent Democrat Harold Hughes defeated Republican nominee William G. Murray with 55.34% of the vote. This was the last time a Democrat was elected governor of Iowa until 1998.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on September 6, 1966.
Democratic primary
Candidates Harold Hughes, incumbent Governor
Results
Republican primary
Candidates William G. Murray, Iowa State University Professor of Economics Robert K. Beck, former State Representative
Results
General election
Candidates Major party candidates Harold Hughes, Democratic William G. Murray, Republican
Other candidates David B. Quiner, Independent Charles Sloca, Independent
Results
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