1960 New Mexico gubernatorial election

The 1960 New Mexico gubernatorial election took place on November 8, 1960, in order to elect the governor of New Mexico. Incumbent Democrat John Burroughs ran for reelection to a second term. Against his predecessor Republican Edwin L. Mechem In a rematch of the 1958 Election. Mechem Defeated Burroughs 50.3%-49.7%.

Democratic primary
The Democratic primary was won by incumbent governor John Burroughs.

Republican primary
The Republican primary was won by former governor Edwin L. Mechem.