1940 Iowa gubernatorial election

1940 Iowa gubernatorial election

November 7, 1940
 
Nominee George A. Wilson John K. Valentine
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 620,480 553,941
Percentage 52.72% 47.07%

County results
Wilson:      40–50%      50–60%      60–70%
Valentine:      50–60%

Governor before election

George A. Wilson
Republican

Elected Governor

George A. Wilson
Republican

The 1940 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1940. Incumbent Republican George A. Wilson defeated Democratic nominee John K. Valentine with 52.72% of the vote.