2028 outlook
11 electoral votes Tossup / Battleground

Will Arizona vote Republican or Democratic in 2028?

Yes - Arizona is a genuine 2028 swing state. It is one of the seven states both campaigns contested most heavily in 2024, and with 11 electoral votes it is likely to see heavy spending and candidate visits from both parties. No 2028 nominee has been chosen yet, so the eventual matchup is unknown, but Arizona is expected to be close.

Is Arizona a swing state in 2028? Yes - Arizona is one of the seven core 2028 swing states.

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Arizona at a glance

  • Electoral votes11
  • 2028 ratingTossup / Battleground
  • RegionWest
  • CapitalPhoenix
  • 2024 resultTrump (R)
  • 2020 resultBiden (D)
  • 2016 resultTrump (R)
  • 2024 marginTrump +5.5

How Arizona fits the 2028 map

Arizona flipped between 2020 and 2024 (Trump +5.5 in 2024), which is exactly why it sits at the center of the 2028 map.

Because it is so closely divided, Arizona is one of the few states where the national outcome is genuinely decided. Expect both 2028 nominees to compete here hard.

See the full picture on the 2028 electoral map and swing-state guide.

Voting in Arizona in 2028

Whatever Arizona does in November, you have to be registered first - and the rules are set by Arizona, not by Washington. Here is what applies here.

  • Registration deadline29 days before Election Day
  • Register onlineYes
  • Same-day registrationNo
  • Automatic registrationNo
  • ID at the pollsPhoto ID requested

Register to vote in Arizona (official vote.gov) - full Arizona registration guide

Quick answers

Arizona 2028: frequently asked questions

Is Arizona a swing state in 2028?
Yes. Arizona is one of the seven core battleground states expected to decide the 2028 election. It was decided by Trump +5.5 in 2024.
How many electoral votes does Arizona have in 2028?
Arizona has 11 electoral votes for the 2028 election, based on the 2020 Census apportionment.
Who won Arizona in 2024?
Arizona was carried by Donald Trump (Republican) in the 2024 presidential election.
How has Arizona voted recently?
Arizona voted Republican in 2016, Democratic in 2020, and Republican in 2024.
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