Oregon Campaign Finance Overview
Oregon ranks 31th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Oregon raised a combined $32.0M and spent $30.9M during this period. The state is home to 32 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Oregon ZIP codes contributed $112.3M across 438 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Oregon
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 17 | $22.4M | 70.1% |
| Republicans | 10 | $9.5M | 29.7% |
Democratic candidates in Oregon outraised their Republican counterparts by $12.9M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 0 | $0 |
| House | 32 | $32.0M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Oregon
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bynum, Janelle | DEM | House | $7.5M |
| 2 | Chavez-deremer, Lori | REP | House | $6.1M |
| 3 | Salinas, Andrea | DEM | House | $5.4M |
| 4 | Hoyle, Valerie | DEM | House | $2.7M |
| 5 | Dexter, Maxine | DEM | House | $1.8M |
| 6 | Erickson, Mike | REP | House | $1.2M |
| 7 | Bentz, Cliff | REP | House | $1.1M |
| 8 | Jayapal, Susheela | DEM | House | $1.1M |
| 9 | Blumenauer, Earl | DEM | House | $1.0M |
| 10 | Bonamici, Suzanne Ms. | DEM | House | $937K |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Oregon
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 97405 | Eugene | $3.5M |
| 97212 | Portland | $3.5M |
| 97219 | Portland | $3.4M |
| 97202 | Portland | $3.3M |
| 97034 | Lake Oswego | $3.1M |
| 97702 | Bend | $2.8M |
| 97211 | Portland | $2.7M |
| 97210 | Portland | $2.6M |
| 97229 | Portland | $2.5M |
| 97520 | Ashland | $2.4M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Oregon is 97405 in Eugene, where individual donors contributed $3.5M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Oregon, total spending reached $30.9M against $32.0M raised, representing a 97% 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 Oregon in 2024?
Federal candidates from Oregon raised a combined $32.0M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 31th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 17 Democratic and 10 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Oregon?
The top fundraiser in Oregon was Bynum, Janelle, who raised $7.5M running for House as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Oregon donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 97405 in Eugene, Oregon is the top-donating ZIP code with $3.5M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Oregon?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Oregon, with Democratic candidates collecting $22.4M (70.1%) compared to $9.5M (29.7%) 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 Oregon. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.