1879 Iowa gubernatorial election

The 1879 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on October 14, 1879. Incumbent Republican John H. Gear defeated Democratic nominee Henry H. Trimble with 53.94% of the vote.

1879 Iowa gubernatorial election

October 14, 1879
 
Nominee John H. Gear Henry H. Trimble Daniel Campbell
Party Republican Democratic Greenback
Popular vote 157,408 85,364 45,674
Percentage 53.94% 29.25% 15.65%

County results
Gear:     30-40%      40-50%     50-60%     60-70%     70-80%      80-90%      >90%
Trimble:     40-50%     50-60%
Campbell:     30-40%     50-60%

Governor before election

John H. Gear
Republican

Elected Governor

John H. Gear
Republican

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