Utah Campaign Finance Overview
Utah ranks 28th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Utah raised a combined $36.4M and spent $34.6M during this period. The state is home to 39 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Utah ZIP codes contributed $63.6M across 275 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Utah
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 5 | $1.8M | 5.0% |
| Republicans | 30 | $34.5M | 94.7% |
Republican candidates in Utah outraised their Democratic counterparts by $32.7M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 10 | $20.7M |
| House | 29 | $15.7M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Utah
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Curtis, John | REP | Senate | $5.7M |
| 2 | Wilson, Brad | REP | Senate | $5.1M |
| 3 | Lawrence, Case Mckay | REP | House | $3.1M |
| 4 | Walton, Jason | REP | Senate | $2.9M |
| 5 | Romney, Willard Mitt MR | REP | Senate | $2.8M |
| 6 | Moore, Blake | REP | House | $2.6M |
| 7 | Maloy, Celeste | REP | House | $1.9M |
| 8 | Owens, Burgess | REP | House | $1.5M |
| 9 | Staggs, Trent | REP | Senate | $1.4M |
| 10 | Hatch, Brent Orrin | REP | Senate | $1.3M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Utah
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 84060 | Park City | $5.2M |
| 84098 | Park City | $4.8M |
| 84103 | Salt Lake City | $3.0M |
| 84321 | Logan | $2.2M |
| 84108 | Salt Lake City | $2.0M |
| 84020 | Draper | $1.9M |
| 84121 | Murray | $1.8M |
| 84117 | Holladay | $1.4M |
| 84604 | Provo | $1.2M |
| 84109 | Salt Lake City | $1.2M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Utah is 84060 in Park City, where individual donors contributed $5.2M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Utah, total spending reached $34.6M against $36.4M raised, representing a 95% 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 Utah in 2024?
Federal candidates from Utah raised a combined $36.4M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 28th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 5 Democratic and 30 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Utah?
The top fundraiser in Utah was Curtis, John, who raised $5.7M running for Senate as a REP candidate.
What ZIP code in Utah donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 84060 in Park City, Utah is the top-donating ZIP code with $5.2M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Utah?
Republicans outraise Democrats in Utah, with Republican candidates collecting $34.5M (94.7%) compared to $1.8M (5.0%) 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 Utah. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.