The 1942 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1942. Republican nominee Bourke B. Hickenlooper defeated Democratic nominee Nelson G. Kraschel with 62.75% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on June 1, 1942.
Democratic primary
Candidates
- Nelson G. Kraschel, former Governor
- Earl Miller
- Albert Earl Augustine, State Senator
Results
Republican primary
Candidates
- Bourke B. Hickenlooper, incumbent Lieutenant Governor
Results
General election
Candidates
Major party candidates
- Bourke B. Hickenlooper, Republican
- Nelson G. Kraschel, Democratic
Other candidates
- Ward Hall, Prohibition
- F. M. Briggs, Independent
Results
References
