Ohio Campaign Finance Overview
Ohio ranks 4th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Ohio raised a combined $211.7M and spent $209.7M during this period. The state is home to 74 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Ohio ZIP codes contributed $278.9M across 1,090 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Ohio
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 26 | $125.1M | 59.1% |
| Republicans | 42 | $85.4M | 40.3% |
Democratic candidates in Ohio outraised their Republican counterparts by $39.7M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 6 | $145.3M |
| House | 68 | $66.3M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Ohio
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brown, Sherrod | DEM | Senate | $103.3M |
| 2 | Moreno, Bernie | REP | Senate | $26.9M |
| 3 | Jordan, James D. | REP | House | $13.4M |
| 4 | Dolan, Matt | REP | Senate | $12.7M |
| 5 | Sykes, Emilia | DEM | House | $5.3M |
| 6 | Kaptur, Marcy Hon. M.c. | DEM | House | $5.1M |
| 7 | Landsman, Greg | DEM | House | $3.7M |
| 8 | Carey, Mike | REP | House | $2.7M |
| 9 | Joyce, David P. | REP | House | $2.5M |
| 10 | Wilson, Tamara | DEM | House | $2.4M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Ohio
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 45069 | West Chester | $26.3M |
| 43215 | Columbus | $11.3M |
| 45202 | Cincinnati | $10.0M |
| 44022 | Chagrin Falls | $7.8M |
| 44122 | Beachwood | $7.3M |
| 45208 | Cincinnati | $6.8M |
| 45243 | Cincinnati | $5.1M |
| 44124 | Lyndhurst | $4.1M |
| 43209 | Bexley | $3.5M |
| 43220 | Columbus | $3.3M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Ohio is 45069 in West Chester, where individual donors contributed $26.3M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Ohio, total spending reached $209.7M against $211.7M raised, representing a 99% 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 Ohio in 2024?
Federal candidates from Ohio raised a combined $211.7M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 4th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 26 Democratic and 42 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Ohio?
The top fundraiser in Ohio was Brown, Sherrod, who raised $103.3M running for Senate as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Ohio donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 45069 in West Chester, Ohio is the top-donating ZIP code with $26.3M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Ohio?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Ohio, with Democratic candidates collecting $125.1M (59.1%) compared to $85.4M (40.3%) 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 Ohio. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.