The 1936 North Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1936. Nonpartisan League nominee William Langer defeated incumbent Republican Walter Welford with 35.80% of the vote.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on June 24, 1936.
Democratic primary
Candidates John Moses, former Mercer County State's Attorney Ole H. Olson, former Governor James F. Morrow
Results
Republican primary
Candidates Walter Welford, incumbent Governor William Langer, former Governor
Results
General election
Candidates Major party candidates William Langer, Nonpartisan League Walter Welford, Republican John Moses, Democratic
Other candidates Pat J. Barrett, Communist L. J. Wehe, Progressive
Results
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