Massachusetts Campaign Finance Overview
Massachusetts ranks 24th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Massachusetts raised a combined $44.6M and spent $48.0M during this period. The state is home to 22 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Massachusetts ZIP codes contributed $551.6M across 621 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Massachusetts
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 10 | $41.5M | 93.1% |
| Republicans | 8 | $2.7M | 6.1% |
Democratic candidates in Massachusetts outraised their Republican counterparts by $38.8M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 8 | $23.8M |
| House | 14 | $20.7M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Massachusetts
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warren, Elizabeth | DEM | Senate | $21.1M |
| 2 | Clark, Katherine | DEM | House | $5.0M |
| 3 | Auchincloss, Jake | DEM | House | $3.5M |
| 4 | Neal, Richard E | DEM | House | $3.3M |
| 5 | Moulton, Seth | DEM | House | $2.9M |
| 6 | Deaton, John | REP | Senate | $2.2M |
| 7 | Trahan, Lori | DEM | House | $1.8M |
| 8 | Pressley, Ayanna | DEM | House | $1.4M |
| 9 | Mcgovern, James P | DEM | House | $1.1M |
| 10 | Lynch, Stephen | DEM | House | $710K |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Massachusetts
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 01915 | Beverly | $55.8M |
| 02116 | Boston | $37.7M |
| 02138 | Cambridge | $31.8M |
| 02108 | Boston | $22.9M |
| 02115 | Boston | $18.0M |
| 01061 | Northampton | $14.9M |
| 02421 | Lexington | $13.8M |
| 02129 | Charlestown | $10.6M |
| 02493 | Weston | $10.4M |
| 01778 | Wayland | $10.2M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Massachusetts is 01915 in Beverly, where individual donors contributed $55.8M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Massachusetts, total spending reached $48.0M against $44.6M raised, representing a 108% burn rate. Candidates in this state spent more than they raised, indicating heavy reliance on prior reserves or transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money was raised by federal candidates in Massachusetts in 2024?
Federal candidates from Massachusetts raised a combined $44.6M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 24th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 10 Democratic and 8 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Massachusetts?
The top fundraiser in Massachusetts was Warren, Elizabeth, who raised $21.1M running for Senate as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Massachusetts donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 01915 in Beverly, Massachusetts is the top-donating ZIP code with $55.8M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Massachusetts?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Massachusetts, with Democratic candidates collecting $41.5M (93.1%) compared to $2.7M (6.1%) 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 Massachusetts. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.