1940 Washington gubernatorial election

The 1940 Washington gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1940. Republican nominee Arthur B. Langlie narrowly defeated Democratic nominee Clarence Dill with 50.24% of the vote.

1940 Washington gubernatorial election

November 5, 1940
 
Nominee Arthur B. Langlie Clarence Dill
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 392,522 386,706
Percentage 50.2% 49.5%

County results
Langlie:      50–60%      60–70%      70-80%
Dill:      50–60%      60–70%

Governor before election

Clarence D. Martin
Democratic

Elected Governor

Arthur B. Langlie
Republican

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