Will Iowa vote Republican or Democratic in 2028?
Probably Republican. Iowa is usually a Republican-leaning state, which we rate Likely Republican for 2028. Barring a large national shift, its 6 electoral votes are expected to go to the Republican nominee again - though the 2028 candidates have not yet been set.
Is Iowa a swing state in 2028? No - Iowa is not a 2028 swing state. It is rated Likely Republican and is not a top battleground.
Iowa at a glance
- Electoral votes6
- 2028 ratingLikely Republican
- RegionMidwest
- CapitalDes Moines
- 2024 resultTrump (R)
- 2020 resultTrump (R)
- 2016 resultTrump (R)
How Iowa fits the 2028 map
Iowa has voted Republican in each of the last three presidential elections, and we rate it Likely Republican for 2028.
Iowa's 6 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 Iowa in 2028
Whatever Iowa does in November, you have to be registered first - and the rules are set by Iowa, not by Washington. Here is what applies here.
- Registration deadline10 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 Iowa (official vote.gov) - full Iowa registration guide
Iowa 2028: frequently asked questions
Is Iowa a swing state in 2028?
How many electoral votes does Iowa have in 2028?
Who won Iowa in 2024?
How has Iowa voted recently?
Get 2028 updates for Iowa
We will email you when the field forms, when polling starts in Iowa, and when the 2028 map shifts. No spam - just the moments that matter.