New Hampshire Campaign Finance Overview
New Hampshire ranks 41th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from New Hampshire raised a combined $17.0M and spent $16.0M during this period. The state is home to 15 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from New Hampshire ZIP codes contributed $52.4M across 263 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in New Hampshire
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 6 | $11.9M | 70.1% |
| Republicans | 9 | $5.1M | 29.9% |
Democratic candidates in New Hampshire outraised their Republican counterparts by $6.8M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 0 | $0 |
| House | 15 | $17.0M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in New Hampshire
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goodlander, Maggie | DEM | House | $4.4M |
| 2 | Pappas, Chris | DEM | House | $4.1M |
| 3 | Kuster, Ann Mclane | DEM | House | $1.7M |
| 4 | Van Ostern, Kevin Colin | DEM | House | $1.6M |
| 5 | Prescott, Russell | REP | House | $1.5M |
| 6 | Williams, Lily Tang | REP | House | $882K |
| 7 | Hamlen, William P | REP | House | $849K |
| 8 | Mansharamani, Vikram | REP | House | $540K |
| 9 | Noveletsky, Hollie T. | REP | House | $521K |
| 10 | Mcfarlane, Walter James Iii | REP | House | $334K |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in New Hampshire
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 03301 | Concord | $8.0M |
| 03110 | Bedford | $3.6M |
| 03801 | Portsmouth | $2.9M |
| 03768 | Lyme | $2.5M |
| 03755 | Hanover | $2.2M |
| 03833 | Exeter | $1.8M |
| 03862 | North Hampton | $1.7M |
| 03449 | Hancock | $1.1M |
| 03431 | Keene | $1.1M |
| 03870 | Rye | $898K |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in New Hampshire is 03301 in Concord, where individual donors contributed $8.0M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in New Hampshire, total spending reached $16.0M against $17.0M raised, representing a 94% 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 New Hampshire in 2024?
Federal candidates from New Hampshire raised a combined $17.0M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 41th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 6 Democratic and 9 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in New Hampshire?
The top fundraiser in New Hampshire was Goodlander, Maggie, who raised $4.4M running for House as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in New Hampshire donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 03301 in Concord, New Hampshire is the top-donating ZIP code with $8.0M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in New Hampshire?
Democrats outraise Republicans in New Hampshire, with Democratic candidates collecting $11.9M (70.1%) compared to $5.1M (29.9%) 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 New Hampshire. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.