The 1930 North Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1930. Incumbent Republican George F. Shafer defeated Democratic nominee Pierce Blewett with 73.62% of the vote.

Primary elections Primary elections were held on June 25, 1930.

Democratic primary

Candidates Pierce Blewett, Mayor of Jamestown Frank O. Hellstrom, North Dakota State Penitentiary Warden Fred L. Anderson

Results

Republican primary

Candidates George F. Shafer, incumbent Governor Everett H. Brant, State Senator

Results

General election

Candidates Major party candidates George F. Shafer, Republican Pierce Blewett, Democratic

Other candidates Pat J. Barrett, Communist

Results

References