The 1950 North Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1950. Republican nominee Norman Brunsdale defeated Democratic nominee Clyde G. Byerly with 66.29% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on June 27, 1950.
Democratic primary
Candidates
- Clyde G. Byerly, former Mayor of Mandan
- Obed A. Wyum
Results
Republican primary
Candidates
- Norman Brunsdale, State Senator
- Frank Vogel, Manager of the Bank of North Dakota
Results
General election
Candidates
- Norman Brunsdale, Republican
- Clyde G. Byerly, Democratic
Results
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