Garner, Iowa
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −11.7% |
| 2008 | +1.9% |
| 2012 | −10.5% |
| 2016 | −36.1% |
| 2020 | −38.9% |
| 2024 | −41.7% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 28.5%Harris502 | 70.2%Trump1,237 | 1.2% | R+41.7 | R+2.8 | R+40.3 | 1,761 | |
| R | 29.6%Biden524 | 68.6%Trump1,212 | 1.8% | R+38.9 | R+2.8 | R+43.4 | 1,768 | |
| R | 29.0%Clinton493 | 65.1%Trump1,108 | 5.9% | R+36.1 | R+25.6 | R+38.2 | 1,702 | |
| R | 44.0%Obama760 | 54.5%Romney942 | 1.4% | R+10.5 | R+12.4 | R+14.4 | 1,727 | |
| D | 50.2%Obama866 | 48.4%McCain834 | 1.4% | D+1.9 | D+13.6 | R+5.4 | 1,724 | |
| R | 43.5%Kerry753 | 55.2%Bush956 | 1.4% | R+11.7 | — | R+9.3 | 1,733 |
Garner sits in the Corn Belt. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Democratic high of 1.9 points in 2008 and a Republican high of 41.7 points in 2024. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 2.8 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 41.7 points.
A population of 3,049, a 91% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $70,726 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Garner, Iowa vote in 2024?
In 2024, Garner, Iowa voted Republican by 41.7 points (R+41.7), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,761 votes cast, 502 went Democratic and 1,237 went Republican.
When did Garner, Iowa last vote Democratic?
The most recent presidential election in which Garner, Iowa voted Democratic was 2008.
How many people live in Garner, Iowa?
Garner, Iowa has a population of 3,049 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Garner, Iowa?
Median household income in Garner, Iowa is $70,726 — below the national median of $80,734. The Iowa state median is $75,059.
What is the political history of Garner, Iowa?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Garner, Iowa from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 1 went Democratic and 5 went Republican.