Governor of California — the state's chief executive, responsible for signing legislation into law, directing the executive branch, and serving as commander-in-chief of the state National Guard.
65 candidates filed for the 2026 Governor election in California. General election on Nov 3, 2026.
| Year | Winner | Result | Runner-Up | Total Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Gavin Newsom D | 59.2% | 10,933,018 | |
| 2018 | Gavin Newsom D | 61.9% | 12,464,235 | |
| 2014 | Jerry Brown (D) O | 60.0% | 7,317,581 | |
| 2010 | Jerry Brown O | 54.4% | 9,970,453 | |
| 2006 | Arnold Schwarzenegger O | 55.8% | 8,685,508 | |
| 2002 | Gray Davis O | 47.6% | 7,429,504 | |
| 1998 | Gray Davis O | 62.6% | 7,767,018 | |
| 1994 | Pete Wilson O | 55.6% | 8,602,453 |