Connecticut Campaign Finance Overview
Connecticut ranks 32th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Connecticut raised a combined $30.8M and spent $29.3M during this period. The state is home to 22 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Connecticut ZIP codes contributed $216.9M across 326 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Connecticut
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 8 | $26.3M | 85.2% |
| Republicans | 12 | $4.5M | 14.7% |
Democratic candidates in Connecticut outraised their Republican counterparts by $21.7M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 5 | $15.7M |
| House | 17 | $15.2M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Connecticut
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Murphy, Christopher S | DEM | Senate | $15.3M |
| 2 | Hayes, Jahana | DEM | House | $4.2M |
| 3 | Logan, George S | REP | House | $3.0M |
| 4 | Himes, Jim | DEM | House | $2.1M |
| 5 | Delauro, Rosa L | DEM | House | $1.8M |
| 6 | Larson, John B | DEM | House | $1.5M |
| 7 | Courtney, Joseph | DEM | House | $1.3M |
| 8 | France, Mike | REP | House | $742K |
| 9 | Corey, Matthew Mckinnon | REP | Senate | $258K |
| 10 | Goldstein, Michael | REP | House | $157K |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Connecticut
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 06831 | Greenwich | $46.3M |
| 06830 | Greenwich | $38.4M |
| 06880 | Westport | $10.3M |
| 06840 | New Canaan | $8.8M |
| 06824 | Fairfield | $5.5M |
| 06877 | Ridgefield | $4.9M |
| 06902 | Stamford | $4.8M |
| 06820 | Darien | $4.4M |
| 06371 | Old Lyme | $4.0M |
| 06525 | Woodbridge | $4.0M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Connecticut is 06831 in Greenwich, where individual donors contributed $46.3M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Connecticut, total spending reached $29.3M against $30.8M raised, representing a 95% burn rate. Candidates in this state retained a portion of their fundraising for future use or reserves.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money was raised by federal candidates in Connecticut in 2024?
Federal candidates from Connecticut raised a combined $30.8M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 32th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 8 Democratic and 12 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Connecticut?
The top fundraiser in Connecticut was Murphy, Christopher S, who raised $15.3M running for Senate as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Connecticut donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 06831 in Greenwich, Connecticut is the top-donating ZIP code with $46.3M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Connecticut?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Connecticut, with Democratic candidates collecting $26.3M (85.2%) compared to $4.5M (14.7%) for Republicans.
Methodology
All data is sourced from Federal Election Commission filings for the 2024 election cycle. Candidate totals reflect money raised and spent as reported in official FEC filings. Donor ZIP code totals are based on itemized individual contribution records where the donor's residence is in Connecticut. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.