Oklahoma Campaign Finance Overview
Oklahoma ranks 37th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Oklahoma raised a combined $19.3M and spent $17.1M during this period. The state is home to 14 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Oklahoma ZIP codes contributed $73.6M across 584 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Oklahoma
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 5 | $1.0M | 5.2% |
| Republicans | 8 | $18.2M | 94.4% |
Republican candidates in Oklahoma outraised their Democratic counterparts by $17.2M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 0 | $0 |
| House | 14 | $19.3M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Oklahoma
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bondar, Paul L | REP | House | $5.7M |
| 2 | Cole, Tom | REP | House | $5.6M |
| 3 | Hern, Kevin | REP | House | $2.7M |
| 4 | Bice, Stephanie | REP | House | $2.1M |
| 5 | Lucas, Frank D. | REP | House | $1.7M |
| 6 | Horn, Madison | DEM | House | $591K |
| 7 | Baker, Dennis | DEM | House | $379K |
| 8 | Brecheen, Josh | REP | House | $335K |
| 9 | Sanders, Mark David Garcia | IND | House | $68K |
| 10 | Macaulay, Kody Craig | DEM | House | $24K |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Oklahoma
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 74119 | Tulsa | $6.6M |
| 73102 | Oklahoma City | $5.2M |
| 73116 | Oklahoma City | $3.7M |
| 73126 | Oklahoma City | $3.6M |
| 74114 | Tulsa | $3.6M |
| 73013 | Edmond | $1.7M |
| 74105 | Tulsa | $1.7M |
| 73101 | Oklahoma City | $1.6M |
| 74101 | Tulsa | $1.6M |
| 73120 | Oklahoma City | $1.6M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Oklahoma is 74119 in Tulsa, where individual donors contributed $6.6M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Oklahoma, total spending reached $17.1M against $19.3M 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 Oklahoma in 2024?
Federal candidates from Oklahoma raised a combined $19.3M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 37th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 5 Democratic and 8 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Oklahoma?
The top fundraiser in Oklahoma was Bondar, Paul L, who raised $5.7M running for House as a REP candidate.
What ZIP code in Oklahoma donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 74119 in Tulsa, Oklahoma is the top-donating ZIP code with $6.6M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Oklahoma?
Republicans outraise Democrats in Oklahoma, with Republican candidates collecting $18.2M (94.4%) compared to $1.0M (5.2%) 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 Oklahoma. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.