Texas Campaign Finance Overview
Texas ranks 2nd among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Texas raised a combined $326.8M and spent $314.0M during this period. The state is home to 163 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Texas ZIP codes contributed $1.21B across 2,134 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Texas
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 69 | $131.7M | 40.3% |
| Republicans | 85 | $194.9M | 59.6% |
Republican candidates in Texas outraised their Democratic counterparts by $63.3M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 16 | $203.8M |
| House | 147 | $123.0M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Texas
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cruz, Rafael Edward Ted | REP | Senate | $107.1M |
| 2 | Allred, Colin | DEM | Senate | $94.7M |
| 3 | DE LA Cruz, Monica | REP | House | $7.9M |
| 4 | Flores, Mayra Nohemi | REP | House | $6.9M |
| 5 | Ellzey, John Kevin Sr. | REP | House | $6.9M |
| 6 | Jackson, Ronny Lynn | REP | House | $6.7M |
| 7 | Gonzales, Ernest Anthony Tony II | REP | House | $5.9M |
| 8 | Crenshaw, Daniel | REP | House | $4.1M |
| 9 | Pfluger, August Lee II | REP | House | $3.5M |
| 10 | Arrington, Jodey | REP | House | $3.3M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Texas
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 78734 | Austin | $256.9M |
| 75225 | Dallas | $45.0M |
| 79710 | Midland | $35.8M |
| 78746 | Austin | $29.8M |
| 75219 | Dallas | $24.1M |
| 77019 | Houston | $24.0M |
| 75205 | Dallas | $22.0M |
| 77024 | Houston | $21.0M |
| 75201 | Dallas | $20.2M |
| 77027 | Houston | $19.9M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Texas is 78734 in Austin, where individual donors contributed $256.9M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Texas, total spending reached $314.0M against $326.8M raised, representing a 96% 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 Texas in 2024?
Federal candidates from Texas raised a combined $326.8M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 2nd out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 69 Democratic and 85 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Texas?
The top fundraiser in Texas was Cruz, Rafael Edward Ted, who raised $107.1M running for Senate as a REP candidate.
What ZIP code in Texas donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 78734 in Austin, Texas is the top-donating ZIP code with $256.9M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Texas?
Republicans outraise Democrats in Texas, with Republican candidates collecting $194.9M (59.6%) compared to $131.7M (40.3%) 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 Texas. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.