Vermont Campaign Finance Overview
Vermont ranks 26th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Vermont raised a combined $38.6M and spent $36.0M during this period. The state is home to 5 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Vermont ZIP codes contributed $22.8M across 265 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Vermont
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 1 | $1.4M | 3.6% |
| Republicans | 2 | $854K | 2.2% |
Democratic candidates in Vermont outraised their Republican counterparts by $541K, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 3 | $37.0M |
| House | 2 | $1.6M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Vermont
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sanders, Bernard | IND | Senate | $36.3M |
| 2 | Balint, Rebecca 'becca' | DEM | House | $1.4M |
| 3 | Malloy, Gerald | REP | Senate | $663K |
| 4 | Coester, C. Mark MR | REP | House | $191K |
| 5 | Hill, Matt For | LIB | Senate | $16K |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Vermont
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 05055 | Norwich | $2.2M |
| 05445 | Charlotte | $1.4M |
| 05401 | Burlington | $1.3M |
| 05091 | Woodstock | $1.2M |
| 05482 | Shelburne | $902K |
| 05753 | Middlebury | $797K |
| 05301 | Brattleboro | $739K |
| 05403 | South Burlington | $721K |
| 05346 | Putney | $637K |
| 05359 | Windham | $627K |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Vermont is 05055 in Norwich, where individual donors contributed $2.2M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Vermont, total spending reached $36.0M against $38.6M raised, representing a 93% 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 Vermont in 2024?
Federal candidates from Vermont raised a combined $38.6M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 26th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 1 Democratic and 2 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Vermont?
The top fundraiser in Vermont was Sanders, Bernard, who raised $36.3M running for Senate as a IND candidate.
What ZIP code in Vermont donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 05055 in Norwich, Vermont is the top-donating ZIP code with $2.2M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Vermont?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Vermont, with Democratic candidates collecting $1.4M (3.6%) compared to $854K (2.2%) 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 Vermont. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.