1848–49 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

The 1848–49 Massachusetts gubernatorial election consisted of an initial popular election held on November 13, 1848 that was followed by a legislative vote held on January 8, 1949. Incumbent Whig Governor George N. Briggs was reelected.

1848–49 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

November 13, 1848 (popular election)
January 8, 1849 (legislative vote)
 
Nominee George N. Briggs Stephen C. Phillips Caleb Cushing
Party Whig Free Soil Democratic
Popular election 61,640
49.69%
36,011
29.03%
25,323
20.41%
Senate vote unanimous
100%

Governor before election

George N. Briggs
Whig

Elected Governor

George N. Briggs
Whig

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