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The 1871 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on October 10, 1871. Republican nominee Cyrus C. Carpenter defeated Democratic nominee J. C. Knapp with 61.46% of the vote.

General election

Candidates

  • Cyrus C. Carpenter, Republican
  • J. C. Knapp, Democratic

Results

1871 Iowa gubernatorial election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Republican Cyrus C. Carpenter 109,328 61.46%
Democratic J. C. Knapp 68,199 38.34%
Majority 41,129
Turnout
Republican hold Swing

References

  1. ^ Kalb, Deborah (December 24, 2015). Guide to U.S. Elections. ISBN 9781483380353. Retrieved September 25, 2020.