Minnesota Campaign Finance Overview
Minnesota ranks 15th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Minnesota raised a combined $72.4M and spent $72.2M during this period. The state is home to 38 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Minnesota ZIP codes contributed $146.7M across 791 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Minnesota
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 8 | $10.5M | 14.5% |
| Republicans | 19 | $25.1M | 34.6% |
Republican candidates in Minnesota outraised their Democratic counterparts by $14.6M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 5 | $23.6M |
| House | 33 | $48.8M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Minnesota
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Klobuchar, Amy | DFL | Senate | $21.9M |
| 2 | Omar, Ilhan | DFL | House | $8.3M |
| 3 | Craig, Angela Dawn | DEM | House | $8.3M |
| 4 | Emmer, Thomas Earl Jr. | REP | House | $8.2M |
| 5 | Teirab, Joe | REP | House | $3.3M |
| 6 | Stauber, Peter Allen | REP | House | $2.3M |
| 7 | Al-aqidi, Dalia | REP | House | $2.3M |
| 8 | Al-aqidi, Dalia | REP | House | $2.3M |
| 9 | Morrison, Kelly Louise | DFL | House | $2.3M |
| 10 | Fischbach, Michelle | REP | House | $2.0M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Minnesota
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 55401 | Minneapolis | $7.7M |
| 55391 | Wayzata | $6.7M |
| 55331 | Excelsior | $4.5M |
| 55436 | Minneapolis | $3.8M |
| 55416 | Minneapolis | $3.8M |
| 55405 | Minneapolis | $3.4M |
| 55305 | Minnetonka | $3.3M |
| 55403 | Minneapolis | $3.0M |
| 55410 | Minneapolis | $2.5M |
| 55105 | Saint Paul | $2.2M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Minnesota is 55401 in Minneapolis, where individual donors contributed $7.7M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Minnesota, total spending reached $72.2M against $72.4M 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 Minnesota in 2024?
Federal candidates from Minnesota raised a combined $72.4M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 15th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 8 Democratic and 19 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Minnesota?
The top fundraiser in Minnesota was Klobuchar, Amy, who raised $21.9M running for Senate as a DFL candidate.
What ZIP code in Minnesota donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 55401 in Minneapolis, Minnesota is the top-donating ZIP code with $7.7M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Minnesota?
Republicans outraise Democrats in Minnesota, with Republican candidates collecting $25.1M (34.6%) compared to $10.5M (14.5%) 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 Minnesota. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.