1978 Nevada gubernatorial election

The 1978 Nevada gubernatorial election occurred on November 7, 1978. Incumbent Democratic governor Mike O'Callaghan was term limited. Republican nominee Robert List was elected Governor of Nevada, defeating Democratic nominee Robert E. Rose. Jack Lund Schofield unsuccessfully sought the Democratic nomination.

1978 Nevada gubernatorial election

November 7, 1978 (1978-11-07)
 
Nominee Robert List Robert E. Rose
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 108,097 76,361
Percentage 56.2% 39.7%

County results
List:      40–50%      50–60%      60–70%
Rose:      50–60%

Governor before election

Mike O'Callaghan
Democratic

Elected Governor

Robert List
Republican

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