The 1966 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1966. Incumbent Republican John Chafee defeated Democratic nominee Horace E. Hobbs with 63.30% of the vote.
General election
Candidates John Chafee, Republican Horace E. Hobbs, Democratic
Results
By county Frank LichtDemocratic John ChafeeRepublican County Votes % Votes % Bristol4,70828.0%12,12072.0% Kent17,85234.2%34,36165.8% Newport7,35432.1%15,52367.9% Providence84,68538.8%133,46661.2% Washington7,26333.0%14,73267.0%
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