Maryland Campaign Finance Overview
Maryland ranks 11th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Maryland raised a combined $141.1M and spent $140.7M during this period. The state is home to 68 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Maryland ZIP codes contributed $272.9M across 501 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Maryland
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 44 | $119.8M | 84.9% |
| Republicans | 24 | $21.3M | 15.1% |
Democratic candidates in Maryland outraised their Republican counterparts by $98.5M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 10 | $113.1M |
| House | 58 | $28.0M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Maryland
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trone, David | DEM | Senate | $63.8M |
| 2 | Alsobrooks, Angela | DEM | Senate | $31.1M |
| 3 | Hogan, Larry | REP | Senate | $12.2M |
| 4 | Delaney, April Mcclain | DEM | House | $5.9M |
| 5 | Raskin, Jamie | DEM | House | $4.8M |
| 6 | Ficker, Robin | REP | Senate | $4.4M |
| 7 | Elfreth, Sarah Kelly | DEM | House | $2.3M |
| 8 | Hoyer, Steny | DEM | House | $1.8M |
| 9 | Olszewski, John Anthony Jr. | DEM | House | $1.6M |
| 10 | Harris, Andrew P | REP | House | $1.4M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Maryland
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 20815 | Chevy Chase | $29.0M |
| 20817 | Bethesda | $21.2M |
| 20854 | Rockville | $20.2M |
| 21401 | Annapolis | $13.1M |
| 20814 | Bethesda | $11.4M |
| 20816 | Bethesda | $8.2M |
| 20910 | Silver Spring | $5.8M |
| 20852 | Rockville | $5.2M |
| 20740 | College Park | $4.3M |
| 20912 | Takoma Park | $4.2M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Maryland is 20815 in Chevy Chase, where individual donors contributed $29.0M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Maryland, total spending reached $140.7M against $141.1M raised, representing a 100% 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 Maryland in 2024?
Federal candidates from Maryland raised a combined $141.1M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 11th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 44 Democratic and 24 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Maryland?
The top fundraiser in Maryland was Trone, David, who raised $63.8M running for Senate as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Maryland donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 20815 in Chevy Chase, Maryland is the top-donating ZIP code with $29.0M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Maryland?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Maryland, with Democratic candidates collecting $119.8M (84.9%) compared to $21.3M (15.1%) 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 Maryland. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.