1966 Ohio gubernatorial election

The 1966 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1966. Incumbent Republican Jim Rhodes defeated Democratic nominee Frazier Reams Jr. with 62.18% of the vote. This election was the first time since 1942 that an incumbent Republican Governor of Ohio was re-elected.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on May 3, 1966.

Candidates

 * Frazier Reams Jr., State Senator
 * Harry H. McIlwain, attorney

Candidates

 * Jim Rhodes, incumbent Governor
 * William L. White

Candidates

 * Jim Rhodes, Republican
 * Frazier Reams Jr., Democratic