Will Ohio vote Republican or Democratic in 2028?
Probably Republican. Ohio is usually a Republican-leaning state, which we rate Likely Republican for 2028. Barring a large national shift, its 17 electoral votes are expected to go to the Republican nominee again - though the 2028 candidates have not yet been set.
Is Ohio a swing state in 2028? No - Ohio is not a 2028 swing state. It is rated Likely Republican and is not a top battleground.
Ohio at a glance
- Electoral votes17
- 2028 ratingLikely Republican
- RegionMidwest
- CapitalColumbus
- 2024 resultTrump (R)
- 2020 resultTrump (R)
- 2016 resultTrump (R)
How Ohio fits the 2028 map
Ohio has voted Republican in each of the last three presidential elections, and we rate it Likely Republican for 2028.
Ohio's 17 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 Ohio in 2028
Whatever Ohio does in November, you have to be registered first - and the rules are set by Ohio, not by Washington. Here is what applies here.
- Registration deadline30 days before Election Day
- Register onlineYes
- Same-day registrationNo
- Automatic registrationNo
- ID at the pollsPhoto ID requested
Register to vote in Ohio (official vote.gov) - full Ohio registration guide
Ohio 2028: frequently asked questions
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