1961 New Jersey gubernatorial election

The 1961 New Jersey gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1961. Democratic nominee Richard J. Hughes defeated Republican nominee James P. Mitchell with 50.37% of the vote.

1961 New Jersey gubernatorial election

November 7, 1961
 
Nominee Richard J. Hughes James P. Mitchell
Party Democratic Republican
Popular vote 1,084,194 1,049,274
Percentage 50.4% 48.7%

County results
Hughes:      50–60%      60–70%
Mitchell:      50–60%      60–70%

Governor before election

Robert B. Meyner
Democratic

Elected Governor

Richard J. Hughes
Democratic

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