1973 Virginia lieutenant gubernatorial election

1973 Virginia lieutenant gubernatorial election

November 6, 1973
 
Nominee John N. Dalton James Harry Michael Jr.
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 505,729 332,990
Percentage 53.96% 35.53%

County and independent city results
Dalton:      40–50%      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%
Michael:      40–50%      50–60%      60–70%

Lieutenant Governor before election

Henry Howell
Independent

Elected Lieutenant Governor

John N. Dalton
Republican

The 1973 Virginia lieutenant gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1973. Republican nominee John N. Dalton defeated Democratic nominee James Harry Michael Jr. with 53.96% of the vote.