Primary
Democratic Primary
Held August 11, 2026.
| Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amy Klobuchar ✓ | 615,166 | 89.7% | |
| Kobey J Layne | 40,425 | 5.9% | |
| Mohammad Wazwaz | 10,596 | 1.5% | |
| Po Vang | 9,429 | 1.4% | |
| Ole "Viking" Savior | 5,844 | 0.9% | |
| Thomas Evenstad | 4,724 | 0.7% |
Republican Primary
Held August 11, 2026.
| Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa Demuth ✓ | 179,759 | 43.1% | |
| Mike Lindell | 134,366 | 32.2% | |
| Kendall Qualls | 88,486 | 21.2% | |
| John Krhin | 5,786 | 1.4% | |
| Ross Nova | 3,786 | 0.9% | |
| Raul J Estrada | 3,058 | 0.7% | |
| Loner Blue | 2,287 | 0.6% |
Full calendar and every race: Minnesota primary guide
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RepublicanGeneral Election Polling Average
LV = likely voters · RV = registered voters · ± = margin of error · R-sponsored / D-sponsored / I-sponsored = paid for by a Republican, Democratic, or Independent group · "missed 2024 by X pts" = that firm's average miss in 2024
Average is the unweighted mean of the last three scientific public polls. Fewer than three uses the polls that exist. The rating uses that average when the newest poll ended in the last 30 days. The table lists the polls in that average, plus the most recent 30 days or the newest 3 polls, whichever is more — subscribe for the full history. How accurate is each pollster? →
| Pollster | Date | Sample | MoE | Dem | Rep |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SurveyUSA In average | 2026-10-12 this poll | 718 LV | ±4.20 | Amy Klobuchar 48.00% | Lisa Demuth 41.00% |
| KARE 11/Minnesota Star Tribune In average | 2026-10-07 this poll | 800 LV | ±3.50 | Amy Klobuchar 50.00% | Lisa Demuth 41.00% |
| Morning Consult (D) missed 2024 by 4.0 pts In average | 2026-10-07 this poll | 1000 RV | ±3.10 | Amy Klobuchar 48.00% | Lisa Demuth 39.00% |
Questions About This Race
Who is winning the 2026 Minnesota governor's race?
Amy Klobuchar leads Lisa Demuth 48.7% to 40.3% in the PollingSource polling average — a D+8.4 margin based on 3 polls, the last three or fewer.
Is the 2026 Minnesota governor's race competitive?
It is not considered a top-tier battleground: the PollingSource polling average rates it Likely D, the current rating band. An upset is not impossible.
What does the latest poll of the 2026 Minnesota governor's race say?
The most recent poll in our average, from SurveyUSA (completed October 12, 2026), found Amy Klobuchar (D) at 48% and Lisa Demuth (R) at 41%.
When is the 2026 Minnesota governor's race decided?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
How is the PollingSource average calculated?
The PollingSource average is the unweighted mean of the last three scientific public polls, or fewer when fewer exist. One poll sets the rating when it ended in the last 30 days. We do not exclude pollsters. The table lists recent polls, including ones older than those three. Full details: pollingsource.com/methodology.
Race Notes
No MN term limits; Walz seeking a third term
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