Kentucky Campaign Finance Overview
Kentucky ranks 35th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Kentucky raised a combined $21.8M and spent $17.7M during this period. The state is home to 15 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Kentucky ZIP codes contributed $67.5M across 549 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Kentucky
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 9 | $2.6M | 12.0% |
| Republicans | 6 | $19.2M | 88.0% |
Republican candidates in Kentucky outraised their Democratic counterparts by $16.6M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 0 | $0 |
| House | 15 | $21.8M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Kentucky
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Comer, James | REP | House | $7.7M |
| 2 | Barr, Garland Andy | REP | House | $5.0M |
| 3 | Guthrie, S. Brett Hon. | REP | House | $3.8M |
| 4 | Mcgarvey, Morgan | DEM | House | $2.2M |
| 5 | Massie, Thomas H. | REP | House | $1.3M |
| 6 | Rogers, Harold Dallas | REP | House | $1.1M |
| 7 | Edwards, Dana Phillip Dr. | REP | House | $311K |
| 8 | Marshall, Erin | DEM | House | $248K |
| 9 | Kelly, Durand Todd | DEM | House | $60K |
| 10 | Linderman, Hank | DEM | House | $41K |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Kentucky
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 41071 | Newport | $6.1M |
| 40502 | Lexington | $3.7M |
| 40207 | Louisville | $3.6M |
| 40202 | Louisville | $3.3M |
| 41017 | FT Mitchell | $2.6M |
| 40204 | Louisville | $2.2M |
| 40511 | Lexington | $2.2M |
| 40222 | Louisville | $2.2M |
| 40059 | Prospect | $2.1M |
| 40205 | Louisville | $1.4M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Kentucky is 41071 in Newport, where individual donors contributed $6.1M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Kentucky, total spending reached $17.7M against $21.8M raised, representing a 81% 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 Kentucky in 2024?
Federal candidates from Kentucky raised a combined $21.8M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 35th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 9 Democratic and 6 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Kentucky?
The top fundraiser in Kentucky was Comer, James, who raised $7.7M running for House as a REP candidate.
What ZIP code in Kentucky donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 41071 in Newport, Kentucky is the top-donating ZIP code with $6.1M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Kentucky?
Republicans outraise Democrats in Kentucky, with Republican candidates collecting $19.2M (88.0%) compared to $2.6M (12.0%) 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 Kentucky. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.