An interactive map tracking fundraising and campaign spending for every major U.S. Senate and statewide candidate in the 2026 midterm elections, updated with the latest FEC data.
Money has always been a defining factor in American elections, and the 2026 midterms are no exception. Across 35 competitive Senate and statewide races, candidates have collectively raised hundreds of millions of dollars, a figure that reflects both the intensity of the electoral battles ahead and the growing cost of reaching voters in the digital age. This interactive map lets you explore campaign finance data state by state: click any state to compare the top candidates, filter by party, fundraising tier, dollars raised per candidate, or spending per voter. Whether you’re tracking a fiercely contested battleground like Texas, Georgia, or Ohio, or monitoring a lower-profile race in states like Idaho or Mississippi, this tool puts the full financial picture at your fingertips.
How to Use This Map
- Click a state to see the top three candidates and compare their fundraising totals
- Use the filters to sort by Total Race Money ($0–$81M+), Party affiliation, Dollars Spent Per Voter, and Total Raised Per Candidate
- Search by candidate name to jump directly to an individual profile showing total raised and funds currently available
Key Takeaways from 2026 Midterm Fundraising
The Most Expensive Races
The 2026 midterms feature several races where both parties have poured in extraordinary sums. Georgia leads the pack: incumbent Senator Jon Ossoff (D) has raised $54 million, the single largest haul of any candidate in this cycle, dwarfing Republican challengers Buddy Carter ($6.5M) and Doug Collins ($4.2M). Texas is shaping up as the most financially even battle, with Republican Ken Paxton ($34M) and Democrat James Talarico ($31.5M) trading blows within striking distance of each other. North Carolina ($31.8M vs $26.5M), Ohio ($29M vs $22.4M), and Florida ($32M vs $24.5M) round out the top competitive, high-dollar races.
Money Doesn’t Always Flow to Incumbents
Several incumbents face well-funded challengers. In New Hampshire, Republican Chris Sununu ($16M) narrowly outpaces Democrat Chris Pappas ($11.4M). In Michigan, Democrat Haley Stevens ($15.5M) and Republican Mike Rogers ($14.2M) are closely matched, making the race a toss-up on fundraising alone.
States Where One Side Has a Clear Money Advantage
In Arkansas, Tom Cotton (R) has raised $12.4M versus just $0.8M for the Democratic challenger, a 15-to-1 advantage. Similarly, in South Carolina, Lindsey Graham (R) leads with $24.5M against Krystle Matthews (D) at $3.1M. On the other side, in Georgia, Jon Ossoff’s $54M dwarfs his Republican opponents.
The Rise of Independent Candidates
Six independent candidates appear on the map, a notable presence. Alaska features a three-way race with Dustin Darden ($0.2M) alongside Dan Sullivan (R, $9.5M) and Mary Peltola (D, $14.1M). Maine has Sol Platner running as an independent ($4.0M) in a state where both major-party candidates are also well-funded. North Carolina and Texas also feature independents. While independents typically face steep fundraising disadvantages, their presence in multiple key states signals voter appetite for alternatives.
The Price Tag Per Voter
The map’s “Dollars Spent Per Voter” filter reveals which races are the most saturated with campaign advertising. Candidates spending over $7 per registered voter are blanketing their states with messaging, a figure that becomes especially striking in smaller-population states like Alaska, Wyoming, and New Hampshire where reaching every voter comes at a premium.
State-by-State Race Breakdown
| State | Top Candidate | Party | Raised | Runner-Up | Party | Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Tommy Tuberville | R | $8.2M | Peter Wood | D | $1.1M |
| Alaska | Mary Peltola | D | $14.1M | Dan Sullivan | R | $9.5M |
| Arkansas | Tom Cotton | R | $12.4M | J. Harrington | D | $0.8M |
| Colorado | John Hickenlooper | D | $16.5M | Greg Lopez | R | $4.1M |
| Delaware | Chris Coons | D | $11.0M | M. Ramone | R | $2.1M |
| Florida | Ashley Moody | R | $32.0M | Jared Moskowitz | D | $24.5M |
| Georgia | Jon Ossoff | D | $54.0M | Buddy Carter | R | $6.5M |
| Idaho | Jim Risch | R | $4.8M | David Roth | D | $0.5M |
| Illinois | Juliana Stratton | D | $22.1M | Don Tracy | R | $5.8M |
| Iowa | Ashley Hinson | R | $14.5M | Josh Turek | D | $9.2M |
| Kansas | Roger Marshall | R | $8.9M | Lynn Rogers | D | $1.5M |
| Kentucky | Charles Booker | D | $10.5M | Thomas Massie | R | $9.2M |
| Louisiana | Julia Letlow | R | $11.2M | Cleo Fields | D | $4.5M |
| Maine | Susan Collins | R | $14.8M | Graham Platner | D | $8.6M |
| Massachusetts | Ed Markey | D | $18.2M | John Deaton | R | $3.5M |
| Michigan | Haley Stevens | D | $15.5M | Mike Rogers | R | $14.2M |
| Minnesota | Peggy Flanagan | D | $12.1M | Pete Stauber | R | $6.8M |
| Mississippi | Cindy Hyde-Smith | R | $5.1M | Ty Pinkins | D | $0.9M |
| Montana | Steve Daines | R | $19.5M | Whitney Williams | D | $8.4M |
| Nebraska | Pete Ricketts | R | $11.0M | Jane Raybould | D | $1.2M |
| New Hampshire | Chris Sununu | R | $16.0M | Chris Pappas | D | $11.4M |
| New Jersey | Cory Booker | D | $21.5M | Jack Ciattarelli | R | $6.1M |
| New Mexico | Ben Ray Luján | D | $9.8M | Mark Ronchetti | R | $4.5M |
| North Carolina | Roy Cooper | D | $31.8M | Michael Whatley | R | $26.5M |
| Ohio | Jon Husted | R | $29.0M | Emilia Sykes | D | $22.4M |
| Oklahoma | Alan Armstrong | R | $6.2M | Kendra Horn | D | $2.1M |
| Oregon | Jeff Merkley | D | $11.2M | Christine Drazan | R | $5.1M |
| Rhode Island | Jack Reed | D | $7.8M | Aaron Regunberg | R | $1.5M |
| South Carolina | Lindsey Graham | R | $24.5M | Krystle Matthews | D | $3.1M |
| South Dakota | Mike Rounds | R | $5.2M | Stephanie Herseth | D | $1.1M |
| Tennessee | Bill Hagerty | R | $14.1M | Gloria Johnson | D | $3.8M |
| Texas | Ken Paxton | R | $34.0M | James Talarico | D | $31.5M |
| Virginia | Mark Warner | D | $22.1M | Jason Miyares | R | $12.5M |
| West Virginia | Patrick Morrisey | R | $9.5M | Elliott Pritt | D | $0.8M |
| Wyoming | Cynthia Lummis | R | $4.9M | Merav Ben-David | D | $0.4M |
About the Data
Campaign finance figures are sourced from Federal Election Commission (FEC) filings. “Campaign Funds Available” refers to cash on hand as reported in the most recent filing period. Data reflects the 2026 election cycle and is updated periodically as new disclosures are made. Races in states without a competitive Senate or major statewide election on the 2026 ballot may not appear.
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Frequently Answered Questions
Which 2026 Senate candidate has raised the most money?
Jon Ossoff (Democrat, Georgia) leads all 2026 Senate candidates with $54 million raised as of the latest FEC filing period.
What is the most expensive Senate race in 2026?
Georgia ($54M+) and Texas ($65.5M combined between Paxton and Talarico) are among the most expensive Senate races of the 2026 midterm cycle.
How much does it cost to run for Senate in 2026?
Costs vary enormously by state. In smaller states like Wyoming or Idaho, top candidates have raised under $5 million. In large, contested states like Georgia, Texas, Florida, and North Carolina, candidates are raising $25–$54 million each.
Which party is raising more money in the 2026 midterms?
Both parties have well-funded candidates in competitive states. Republicans lead in states like Texas, Ohio, South Carolina, and Montana, while Democrats lead in Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Illinois, and Virginia.
What does “Campaign Funds Available” mean?
Campaign Funds Available (also called “cash on hand”) is the amount a candidate currently has in their campaign account after expenses. It is an indicator of financial health and readiness for the final stretch of a campaign.