1974 Iowa gubernatorial election

The 1974 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1974. Incumbent Republican Robert D. Ray defeated Democratic nominee James Schaben with 58.07% of the vote.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on June 4, 1974.

Candidates

 * James Schaben, State Senator
 * William J. Gannon, former State Representative
 * Clark Rasmussen, former State Representative

Candidates

 * Robert D. Ray, incumbent Governor

Candidates
Major party candidates
 * Robert D. Ray, Republican
 * James Schaben, Democratic

Other candidates
 * Ralph Scott, American