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The 1946 Oregon gubernatorial election took place on November 5, 1946 to elect the governor of the U.S. state of Oregon. Republican incumbent Earl Snell defeated Democratic nominee and former U.S. District Attorney Carl C. Donaugh to win the election.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Earl Snell (incumbent) | 237,681 | 69.06 | |
| Democratic | Carl C. Donaugh | 106,474 | 30.94 | |
| Total votes | 344,155 | 100 | ||
| Republican hold | ||||
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