Wisconsin Campaign Finance Overview
Wisconsin ranks 9th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Wisconsin raised a combined $168.0M and spent $166.4M during this period. The state is home to 36 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Wisconsin ZIP codes contributed $174.4M across 763 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Wisconsin
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 19 | $84.1M | 50.1% |
| Republicans | 15 | $83.8M | 49.9% |
Democratic candidates in Wisconsin outraised their Republican counterparts by $264K, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 7 | $123.7M |
| House | 29 | $44.3M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Wisconsin
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baldwin, Tammy | DEM | Senate | $59.6M |
| 2 | Hovde, Eric | REP | Senate | $32.0M |
| 3 | Hovde, Eric D | REP | Senate | $32.0M |
| 4 | Van Orden, Derrick F. Mr. | REP | House | $7.7M |
| 5 | Cooke, Rebecca | DEM | House | $6.4M |
| 6 | Cooke, Rebecca | DEM | House | $6.4M |
| 7 | Steil, Bryan George | REP | House | $5.6M |
| 8 | Lyerly, Kristin | DEM | House | $2.8M |
| 9 | Barca, Peter | DEM | House | $2.3M |
| 10 | Barca, Peter William | DEM | House | $2.3M |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Wisconsin
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 53511 | Beloit | $19.2M |
| 53512 | Beloit | $12.0M |
| 53211 | Shorewood | $10.1M |
| 53217 | Fox Point | $5.2M |
| 53705 | Madison | $5.0M |
| 53711 | Madison | $4.8M |
| 53202 | Milwaukee | $4.0M |
| 53501 | Afton | $3.5M |
| 54467 | Plover | $3.5M |
| 53158 | Pleasant Prairie | $3.0M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Wisconsin is 53511 in Beloit, where individual donors contributed $19.2M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Wisconsin, total spending reached $166.4M against $168.0M 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 Wisconsin in 2024?
Federal candidates from Wisconsin raised a combined $168.0M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 9th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 19 Democratic and 15 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Wisconsin?
The top fundraiser in Wisconsin was Baldwin, Tammy, who raised $59.6M running for Senate as a DEM candidate.
What ZIP code in Wisconsin donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 53511 in Beloit, Wisconsin is the top-donating ZIP code with $19.2M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Wisconsin?
Democrats outraise Republicans in Wisconsin, with Democratic candidates collecting $84.1M (50.1%) compared to $83.8M (49.9%) 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 Wisconsin. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.