1843 Indiana gubernatorial election

The 1843 Indiana gubernatorial election was held on 7 August 1843 in order to elect the Governor of Indiana. Incumbent Whig Governor Samuel Bigger lost his re-election bid against Democratic nominee and former member of the Indiana Senate James Whitcomb.

1843 Indiana gubernatorial election
7 August 1843
 
Nominee James Whitcomb Samuel Bigger
Party Democratic Whig
Popular vote 60,784 58,721
Percentage 50.16% 48.45%

Governor before election

Samuel Bigger
Whig

Elected Governor

James Whitcomb
Democratic

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