Updated June 24, 2026
The 2028 electoral map
The presidency is won state by state. There are 538 electoral votes and the winner needs 270. Most states are not really in doubt - the 2028 election will be decided by a handful of battlegrounds. Here is the whole map.
226
Democratic-leaning EV
93
Tossup EV in play
219
Republican-leaning EV
The map at a glance
Every state by 2028 rating
Each chip shows a state and its electoral votes. Tap any state for the full breakdown.
Democratic-leaning (226 EV)
Ratings reflect recent trend and are not predictions. The 2028 nominees have not been chosen yet. See the swing states and path to 270.
Quick answers
2028 electoral map FAQ
How many electoral votes are there in 2028?
There are 538 electoral votes in 2028, the same as 2024, based on the 2020 Census apportionment. A candidate needs 270 to win.
What is the 2028 electoral map starting point?
On one reasonable baseline, the Democratic nominee starts with about 226 electoral votes from safer states and the Republican with about 219, leaving roughly 93 in true tossup battlegrounds.
Will the electoral map change for 2028?
No. The number of electoral votes per state is fixed for 2028 by the 2020 Census. The next reapportionment happens after the 2030 Census and would only affect 2032 and beyond.
What happens if no candidate reaches 270?
If no candidate wins a majority of electoral votes, the election goes to the House of Representatives, which chooses the president with each state delegation casting one vote.