Will West Virginia vote Republican or Democratic in 2028?
Probably Republican. West Virginia 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 West Virginia a swing state in 2028? No - West Virginia is not a 2028 swing state. It is rated Safe Republican and is not a top battleground.
West Virginia at a glance
- Electoral votes4
- 2028 ratingSafe Republican
- RegionSouth
- CapitalCharleston
- 2024 resultTrump (R)
- 2020 resultTrump (R)
- 2016 resultTrump (R)
How West Virginia fits the 2028 map
West Virginia has voted Republican in each of the last three presidential elections, and we rate it Safe Republican for 2028.
West Virginia'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 West Virginia in 2028
Whatever West Virginia does in November, you have to be registered first - and the rules are set by West Virginia, not by Washington. Here is what applies here.
- Registration deadline21 days before Election Day
- Register onlineYes
- Same-day registrationNo
- Automatic registrationYes, at the DMV
- ID at the pollsPhoto ID requested
Register to vote in West Virginia (official vote.gov) - full West Virginia registration guide
West Virginia 2028: frequently asked questions
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