Will Idaho vote Republican or Democratic in 2028?
Probably Republican. Idaho is reliably a Republican-leaning state, which we rate Safe Republican for 2028. Barring a large national shift, its 4 electoral votes are expected to go to the Republican nominee again - though the 2028 candidates have not yet been set.
Is Idaho a swing state in 2028? No - Idaho is not a 2028 swing state. It is rated Safe Republican and is not a top battleground.
Idaho at a glance
- Electoral votes4
- 2028 ratingSafe Republican
- RegionWest
- CapitalBoise
- 2024 resultTrump (R)
- 2020 resultTrump (R)
- 2016 resultTrump (R)
How Idaho fits the 2028 map
Idaho has voted Republican in each of the last three presidential elections, and we rate it Safe Republican for 2028.
Idaho's 4 electoral votes are an important part of its party's base in the race to 270.
See the full picture on the 2028 electoral map and swing-state guide.
Voting in Idaho in 2028
Whatever Idaho does in November, you have to be registered first - and the rules are set by Idaho, not by Washington. Here is what applies here.
- Registration deadline25 days before Election Day; Election Day registration available
- Register onlineYes
- Same-day registrationElection Day only
- Automatic registrationNo
- ID at the pollsPhoto ID requested
Register to vote in Idaho (official vote.gov) - full Idaho registration guide
Idaho 2028: frequently asked questions
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