Florida Campaign Finance Overview
Florida ranks 7th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Florida raised a combined $177.1M and spent $171.5M during this period. The state is home to 134 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Florida ZIP codes contributed $1.27B across 1,348 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Florida
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 53 | $65.3M | 36.9% |
| Republicans | 73 | $109.9M | 62.0% |
Republican candidates in Florida outraised their Democratic counterparts by $44.5M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 10 | $85.8M |
| House | 124 | $91.3M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Florida
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scott, Rick Sen | REP | Senate | $46.6M |
| 2 | Mucarsel-powell, Debbie | DEM | Senate | $36.6M |
| 3 | Gaetz, Matt | REP | House | $6.8M |
| 4 | Donalds, Byron | REP | House | $6.6M |
| 5 | Frost, Maxwell Alejandro | DEM | House | $4.1M |
| 6 | Mast, Brian | REP | House | $4.0M |
| 7 | Paulina Luna, Anna | REP | House | $3.7M |
| 8 | Salazar, Maria Elvira | REP | House | $3.2M |
| 9 | Wasserman Schultz, Debbie | DEM | House | $2.9M |
| 10 | Waltz, Michael | REP | House | $2.8M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Florida
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 33480 | Palm Beach | $151.0M |
| 33131 | Miami | $88.4M |
| 33606 | Tampa | $87.6M |
| 33401 | West Palm Beach | $83.7M |
| 33966 | Fort Myers | $44.2M |
| 33139 | Miami Beach | $32.7M |
| 33408 | North Palm Beach | $24.4M |
| 33460 | Lake Worth | $23.4M |
| 32963 | Vero Beach | $17.4M |
| 33462 | Lake Worth | $16.5M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Florida is 33480 in Palm Beach, where individual donors contributed $151.0M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Florida, total spending reached $171.5M against $177.1M raised, representing a 97% 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 Florida in 2024?
Federal candidates from Florida raised a combined $177.1M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 7th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 53 Democratic and 73 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Florida?
The top fundraiser in Florida was Scott, Rick Sen, who raised $46.6M running for Senate as a REP candidate.
What ZIP code in Florida donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 33480 in Palm Beach, Florida is the top-donating ZIP code with $151.0M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Florida?
Republicans outraise Democrats in Florida, with Republican candidates collecting $109.9M (62.0%) compared to $65.3M (36.9%) for Democrats.
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 Florida. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.