Nevada Campaign Finance Overview
Nevada ranks 12th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Nevada raised a combined $116.2M and spent $114.0M during this period. The state is home to 29 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Nevada ZIP codes contributed $354.0M across 212 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Nevada
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 6 | $66.2M | 56.9% |
| Republicans | 20 | $39.3M | 33.8% |
Democratic candidates in Nevada outraised their Republican counterparts by $26.9M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 12 | $80.7M |
| House | 17 | $35.5M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Nevada
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rosen, Jacky | DEM | Senate | $52.2M |
| 2 | Brown, Sam | REP | Senate | $24.1M |
| 3 | Kidd, Greg | IND | House | $9.2M |
| 4 | Lee, Susie | DEM | House | $6.1M |
| 5 | Horsford, Steven Alexzander | DEM | House | $5.4M |
| 6 | Gunter, Jeff DR | REP | Senate | $3.5M |
| 7 | Titus, Dina | DEM | House | $2.4M |
| 8 | Larsen, Flemming | REP | House | $1.9M |
| 9 | Lee, John | REP | House | $1.7M |
| 10 | Quince, Ronald | NON | House | $1.5M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Nevada
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 89145 | Las Vegas | $123.4M |
| 89119 | Las Vegas | $38.6M |
| 89501 | Reno | $22.2M |
| 89135 | Las Vegas | $17.3M |
| 89109 | Las Vegas | $17.1M |
| 89134 | Las Vegas | $15.0M |
| 89032 | North Las Vegas | $14.3M |
| 89509 | Reno | $7.0M |
| 89133 | Las Vegas | $5.9M |
| 89451 | Incline Village | $5.2M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Nevada is 89145 in Las Vegas, where individual donors contributed $123.4M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Nevada, total spending reached $114.0M against $116.2M raised, representing a 98% 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 Nevada in 2024?
Federal candidates from Nevada raised a combined $116.2M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 12th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 6 Democratic and 20 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Nevada?
The top fundraiser in Nevada was Rosen, Jacky, who raised $52.2M running for Senate as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Nevada donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 89145 in Las Vegas, Nevada is the top-donating ZIP code with $123.4M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Nevada?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Nevada, with Democratic candidates collecting $66.2M (56.9%) compared to $39.3M (33.8%) 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 Nevada. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.