For related races, see 1988 United States gubernatorial elections.
1988 Delaware gubernatorial election
← 1984
November 8, 1988
1992 →
Nominee
Mike Castle
Jacob Kreshtool
Party
Republican
Democratic
Running mate
Dale E. Wolf
Gary E. Hindes
Popular vote
169,733
70,236
Percentage
70.7%
29.3%
County results Castle: 60-70% 70-80%
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Mike Castle
Republican
Elected Governor
Mike Castle
Republican
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