The 1950 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1950. Incumbent Republican William S. Beardsley defeated Democratic nominee Lester S. Gillette with 59.10% of the vote.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on June 5, 1950.
Democratic primary
Candidates Lester S. Gillette, former State Senator Myron J. Bennett
Results
Republican primary
Candidates William S. Beardsley, incumbent Governor
Results
General election
Candidates Major party candidates William S. Beardsley, Republican Lester S. Gillette, Democratic
Other candidates W. Raymond Picken, Prohibition Howard H. Tyler, Independent
Results
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