Michigan Campaign Finance Overview
Michigan ranks 8th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Michigan raised a combined $173.4M and spent $160.9M during this period. The state is home to 73 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Michigan ZIP codes contributed $242.2M across 999 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Michigan
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 37 | $116.5M | 67.2% |
| Republicans | 33 | $56.2M | 32.4% |
Democratic candidates in Michigan outraised their Republican counterparts by $60.3M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 20 | $83.5M |
| House | 53 | $89.9M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Michigan
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Slotkin, Elissa | DEM | Senate | $51.9M |
| 2 | Rogers, Michael J | REP | Senate | $13.2M |
| 3 | Thanedar, Shri | DEM | House | $9.7M |
| 4 | James, John | REP | House | $9.5M |
| 5 | Tlaib, Rashida | DEM | House | $8.5M |
| 6 | Hertel, Curtis Jr. | DEM | House | $7.7M |
| 7 | Mcdonald Rivet, Kristen | DEM | House | $6.1M |
| 8 | Junge, Paul | REP | House | $6.0M |
| 9 | Stabenow, Debbie | DEM | Senate | $5.8M |
| 10 | Scholten, Hillary | DEM | House | $5.3M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Michigan
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 49503 | Grand Rapids | $12.1M |
| 48009 | Birmingham | $11.9M |
| 49423 | Holland | $8.9M |
| 48302 | Bloomfield Hills | $7.9M |
| 48104 | Ann Arbor | $6.5M |
| 48084 | Troy | $5.7M |
| 48103 | Ann Arbor | $5.5M |
| 48105 | Ann Arbor | $5.1M |
| 48304 | Bloomfield Hills | $5.0M |
| 48214 | Detroit | $4.8M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Michigan is 49503 in Grand Rapids, where individual donors contributed $12.1M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Michigan, total spending reached $160.9M against $173.4M raised, representing a 93% 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 Michigan in 2024?
Federal candidates from Michigan raised a combined $173.4M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 8th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 37 Democratic and 33 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Michigan?
The top fundraiser in Michigan was Slotkin, Elissa, who raised $51.9M running for Senate as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Michigan donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 49503 in Grand Rapids, Michigan is the top-donating ZIP code with $12.1M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Michigan?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Michigan, with Democratic candidates collecting $116.5M (67.2%) compared to $56.2M (32.4%) 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 Michigan. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.