1960 North Carolina gubernatorial election

The 1960 North Carolina gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1960. Democratic nominee Terry Sanford defeated Republican nominee Robert L. Gavin with 54.45% of the vote.

1960 North Carolina gubernatorial election

November 8, 1960
 
Nominee Terry Sanford Robert L. Gavin
Party Democratic Republican
Popular vote 735,248 613,975
Percentage 54.45% 45.47%

County results
Sanford:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%      80–90%      >90%
Gavin:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%

Governor before election

Luther H. Hodges
Democratic

Elected Governor

Terry Sanford
Democratic

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