1948 Minnesota gubernatorial election

The 1948 Minnesota gubernatorial election took place on November 2, 1948. Republican Party of Minnesota candidate Luther Youngdahl defeated Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party challenger Charles Halsted.

1948 Minnesota gubernatorial election

November 2, 1948
 
Nominee Luther Youngdahl Charles Halsted
Party Republican Democratic (DFL)
Popular vote 643,572 545,766
Percentage 53.15% 45.07%

County results
Youngdahl:      40-50%      50-60%      60-70%      70-80%
Halsted:      40-50%      50-60%      60-70%

Governor before election

Luther Youngdahl
Republican

Elected Governor

Luther Youngdahl
Republican

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