The 1956 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1956. Democratic nominee Herschel C. Loveless defeated incumbent Republican Leo Hoegh with 51.22% of the vote.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on June 4, 1956.
Democratic primary
Candidates Herschel C. Loveless, former Mayor of Ottumwa Lawrence E. Plummer
Results
Republican primary
Candidates Leo Hoegh, incumbent Governor
Results
General election
Candidates Herschel C. Loveless, Democratic Leo Hoegh, Republican
Results
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