The 1974 Wisconsin gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1974. Democrat Patrick Lucey won the election with 53% of the vote, winning his second term as Governor of Wisconsin and defeating Republican William Dyke.^[1]

Quick Facts Nominee, Party ...

1974 Wisconsin gubernatorial election

← 1970 November 5, 1974 1978 →

Nominee Patrick Lucey William Dyke Party Democratic Republican Popular vote 628,639 497,195 Percentage 53.19% 42.07%

County results Lucey:      40–50%      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%      80–90% Dyke:      40–50%      50–60%      60–70%

Governor before election Patrick Lucey Democratic Elected Governor Patrick Lucey Democratic

Close

As of 2023, this is the last time a Democratic gubernatorial candidate won Waukesha, Ozaukee and Washington counties. These three counties, collectively known as WOW, have traditionally been among the most Republican areas in the state. It is also the last time a Democratic gubernatorial candidate carried Calumet and Marinette counties. This is also the most recent Wisconsin gubernatorial election in which both major party candidates are now deceased.