The 1938 New Hampshire gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1938. Incumbent Republican Francis P. Murphy defeated Democratic nominee John L. Sullivan with 57.08% of the vote.

Primary elections Primary elections were held on September 13, 1938.

Republican primary

Candidates Francis P. Murphy, incumbent Governor Thomas P. Cheney, New Hampshire Attorney General

Results

General election

Candidates Major party candidates Francis P. Murphy, Republican John L. Sullivan, Democratic

Other candidates Elba K. Chase, Communist

Results

References