Illinois Campaign Finance Overview
Illinois ranks 19th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Illinois raised a combined $59.7M and spent $46.6M during this period. The state is home to 46 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Illinois ZIP codes contributed $743.6M across 1,224 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Illinois
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 24 | $46.2M | 77.5% |
| Republicans | 22 | $13.5M | 22.5% |
Democratic candidates in Illinois outraised their Republican counterparts by $32.8M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 0 | $0 |
| House | 46 | $59.7M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Illinois
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krishnamoorthi, S. Raja | DEM | House | $10.9M |
| 2 | Sorensen, Eric | DEM | House | $5.0M |
| 3 | Budzinski, Nikki | DEM | House | $4.3M |
| 4 | Underwood, Lauren | DEM | House | $4.2M |
| 5 | Schneider, Bradley S. | DEM | House | $3.9M |
| 6 | Lahood, Darin Mckay | REP | House | $3.8M |
| 7 | Foster, G. William (bill) | DEM | House | $3.3M |
| 8 | Bost, Michael | REP | House | $3.2M |
| 9 | Casten, Sean | DEM | House | $3.1M |
| 10 | Kelly, Robin | DEM | House | $1.9M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Illinois
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 60044 | Lake Buff | $116.4M |
| 60611 | Chicago | $74.6M |
| 60614 | Chicago | $49.0M |
| 60515 | Downers Grove | $46.7M |
| 60606 | Chicago | $42.2M |
| 60045 | Lake Forest | $39.0M |
| 60601 | Chicago | $37.3M |
| 60654 | Chicago | $28.7M |
| 60612 | Chicago | $15.2M |
| 60093 | Northfield | $13.5M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Illinois is 60044 in Lake Buff, where individual donors contributed $116.4M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Illinois, total spending reached $46.6M against $59.7M raised, representing a 78% 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 Illinois in 2024?
Federal candidates from Illinois raised a combined $59.7M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 19th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 24 Democratic and 22 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Illinois?
The top fundraiser in Illinois was Krishnamoorthi, S. Raja, who raised $10.9M running for House as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Illinois donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 60044 in Lake Buff, Illinois is the top-donating ZIP code with $116.4M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Illinois?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Illinois, with Democratic candidates collecting $46.2M (77.5%) compared to $13.5M (22.5%) 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 Illinois. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.