New Jersey Campaign Finance Overview
New Jersey ranks 14th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from New Jersey raised a combined $86.8M and spent $76.9M during this period. The state is home to 70 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from New Jersey ZIP codes contributed $240.6M across 655 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in New Jersey
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 40 | $58.5M | 67.4% |
| Republicans | 25 | $17.2M | 19.8% |
Democratic candidates in New Jersey outraised their Republican counterparts by $41.3M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 13 | $33.9M |
| House | 57 | $52.8M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in New Jersey
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kim, Andy | DEM | Senate | $12.4M |
| 2 | Menendez, Robert | IND | Senate | $11.0M |
| 3 | Gottheimer, Josh | DEM | House | $10.2M |
| 4 | Altman, Susan Copius | DEM | House | $6.3M |
| 5 | Kean, Thomas H. Jr. | REP | House | $6.0M |
| 6 | Murphy, Tammy | DEM | Senate | $4.7M |
| 7 | Sherrill, Mikie | DEM | House | $4.6M |
| 8 | Bashaw, Curtis | REP | Senate | $4.2M |
| 9 | Pallone, Frank JR | DEM | House | $3.5M |
| 10 | Van Drew, Jeff MR | REP | House | $3.2M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in New Jersey
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 08540 | Princeton | $9.9M |
| 08057 | Moorestown | $6.4M |
| 07078 | Short Hills | $6.3M |
| 07701 | Red Bank | $6.0M |
| 07901 | Summit | $5.9M |
| 07960 | Morristown | $5.3M |
| 07631 | Englewood | $4.1M |
| 07042 | Montclair | $3.5M |
| 07666 | Teaneck | $3.3M |
| 08530 | Lambertville | $3.3M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in New Jersey is 08540 in Princeton, where individual donors contributed $9.9M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in New Jersey, total spending reached $76.9M against $86.8M raised, representing a 89% 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 Jersey in 2024?
Federal candidates from New Jersey raised a combined $86.8M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 14th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 40 Democratic and 25 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in New Jersey?
The top fundraiser in New Jersey was Kim, Andy, who raised $12.4M running for Senate as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in New Jersey donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 08540 in Princeton, New Jersey is the top-donating ZIP code with $9.9M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in New Jersey?
Democrats outraise Republicans in New Jersey, with Democratic candidates collecting $58.5M (67.4%) compared to $17.2M (19.8%) 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 New Jersey. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.