Washington Campaign Finance Overview
Washington ranks 16th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Washington raised a combined $65.9M and spent $65.4M during this period. The state is home to 51 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Washington ZIP codes contributed $347.6M across 672 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Washington
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 25 | $50.8M | 77.1% |
| Republicans | 25 | $15.0M | 22.8% |
Democratic candidates in Washington outraised their Republican counterparts by $35.7M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 3 | $13.8M |
| House | 48 | $52.1M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Washington
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cantwell, Maria | DEM | Senate | $13.0M |
| 2 | Gluesenkamp Perez, Marie | DEM | House | $11.9M |
| 3 | Schrier, Kim Dr. | DEM | House | $6.5M |
| 4 | Delbene, Suzan K | DEM | House | $3.9M |
| 5 | Mcmorris Rodgers, Cathy | REP | House | $3.6M |
| 6 | Jayapal, Pramila | DEM | House | $2.8M |
| 7 | Kent, Joseph | REP | House | $2.7M |
| 8 | Newhouse, Dan | REP | House | $2.5M |
| 9 | Larsen, Rick | DEM | House | $2.5M |
| 10 | Strickland, Marilyn | DEM | House | $2.1M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Washington
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 98052 | Redmond | $22.5M |
| 98221 | Anacortes | $16.3M |
| 98112 | Seattle | $14.9M |
| 98004 | Clyde Hill | $13.8M |
| 98040 | Mercer Island | $10.4M |
| 98119 | Seattle | $9.2M |
| 98110 | Bainbridge IS | $7.9M |
| 98115 | Seattle | $7.8M |
| 98101 | Seattle | $6.5M |
| 98109 | Seattle | $5.9M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Washington is 98052 in Redmond, where individual donors contributed $22.5M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Washington, total spending reached $65.4M against $65.9M raised, representing a 99% 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 Washington in 2024?
Federal candidates from Washington raised a combined $65.9M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 16th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 25 Democratic and 25 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Washington?
The top fundraiser in Washington was Cantwell, Maria, who raised $13.0M running for Senate as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Washington donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 98052 in Redmond, Washington is the top-donating ZIP code with $22.5M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Washington?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Washington, with Democratic candidates collecting $50.8M (77.1%) compared to $15.0M (22.8%) 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 Washington. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.