1992 United States gubernatorial elections

United States gubernatorial elections were held on November 3, 1992, in 12 states and two territories. Going into the elections, six of the seats were held by Democrats and six by Republicans. After the elections, eight seats were held by Democrats and four by Republicans. The elections coincided with the presidential election.

1992 United States gubernatorial elections
November 3, 1992
14 governorships
12 states; 2 territories
  Majority party Minority party
 
Party Democratic Republican
Seats before 28 20
Seats after 30 18
Seat change 2 2
Seats up 6 6
Seats won 8 4
     Democratic gain      Democratic hold
     Republican gain      Republican hold
     New Progressive gain      Nonpartisan

This was the last year in which Rhode Island held a gubernatorial election in the same year as the presidential election. The length of gubernatorial terms for Rhode Island's governor would be extended from two to four years, with elections taking place in midterm election years.

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