Iowa Campaign Finance Overview
Iowa ranks 30th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Iowa raised a combined $35.0M and spent $32.9M during this period. The state is home to 12 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Iowa ZIP codes contributed $46.6M across 731 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Iowa
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 5 | $13.3M | 38.1% |
| Republicans | 6 | $21.7M | 61.8% |
Republican candidates in Iowa outraised their Democratic counterparts by $8.3M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 0 | $0 |
| House | 12 | $35.0M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Iowa
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bohannan, Christina | DEM | House | $6.9M |
| 2 | Nunn, Zach | REP | House | $5.8M |
| 3 | Miller-meeks, Mariannette Jane | REP | House | $5.8M |
| 4 | Baccam, Lanon | DEM | House | $5.6M |
| 5 | Arenholz, Ashley Hinson | REP | House | $5.6M |
| 6 | Feenstra, Randall | REP | House | $4.3M |
| 7 | Albertson-corkery, Sarah Elaine | DEM | House | $511K |
| 8 | Vine, Melissa | DEM | House | $165K |
| 9 | Melton, Ryan Michael Appleton | DEM | House | $153K |
| 10 | Virgil, Kevin | REP | House | $108K |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Iowa
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 50021 | Ankeny | $2.1M |
| 50312 | Des Moines | $2.0M |
| 50266 | West Des Moines | $1.9M |
| 50265 | West Des Moines | $1.5M |
| 52245 | Iowa City | $1.2M |
| 52246 | Iowa City | $1.2M |
| 50309 | Des Moines | $1.2M |
| 52722 | Bettendorf | $1.2M |
| 52240 | Iowa City | $1.1M |
| 50323 | Urbandale | $784K |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Iowa is 50021 in Ankeny, where individual donors contributed $2.1M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Iowa, total spending reached $32.9M against $35.0M raised, representing a 94% 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 Iowa in 2024?
Federal candidates from Iowa raised a combined $35.0M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 30th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 5 Democratic and 6 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Iowa?
The top fundraiser in Iowa was Bohannan, Christina, who raised $6.9M running for House as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Iowa donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 50021 in Ankeny, Iowa is the top-donating ZIP code with $2.1M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Iowa?
Republicans outraise Democrats in Iowa, with Republican candidates collecting $21.7M (61.8%) compared to $13.3M (38.1%) 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 Iowa. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.