1950 Iowa gubernatorial election

The 1950 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1950. Incumbent Republican William S. Beardsley defeated Democratic nominee Lester S. Gillette with 59.10% of the vote.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on June 5, 1950.

Candidates

 * Lester S. Gillette, former State Senator
 * Myron J. Bennett

Candidates

 * William S. Beardsley, incumbent Governor

Candidates
Major party candidates
 * William S. Beardsley, Republican
 * Lester S. Gillette, Democratic

Other candidates
 * W. Raymond Picken, Prohibition
 * Howard H. Tyler, Independent