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Columbia Mayor General

Election Date:November 2, 2027Register by:October 8, 2027
Current holder:Daniel Rickenmann(Republican)

The Columbia Mayor General election is a municipal election held on November 2, 2027, to determine the next mayor of Columbia, South Carolina. The mayor serves as the chief executive of the city, overseeing municipal operations, implementing city council policies, and representing the city in regional and state affairs.

About This Race

The Columbia Mayor General election is a municipal election held on November 2, 2027, to determine the next mayor of Columbia, South Carolina. The mayor serves as the chief executive of the city, overseeing municipal operations, implementing city council policies, and representing the city in regional and state affairs.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 2, 2027
Registration Deadline
October 8, 2027
Early Voting Starts
October 25, 2027
Early Voting Ends
October 31, 2027

How to Vote

To vote in the Columbia Mayor General election, residents must be registered to vote in South Carolina by the deadline of October 8, 2027. Voters can cast their ballots in person on Election Day at their assigned polling place, during the early voting period from October 25 to October 31, 2027, or by requesting an absentee ballot if eligible. South Carolina requires voters to present a valid photo ID at the polls, such as a driver's license, state ID, or passport.

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Incumbent
Republican

Daniel Rickenmann

Mayor of Columbia

Biography

Daniel Rickenmann is the incumbent mayor of Columbia, first elected in 2021 and previously serving on the Columbia City Council. A native of Columbia and small business owner, he is running for re-election to continue his focus on public safety, economic development, and infrastructure improvements across the city.

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Democratic

Sam Davis

Mayor of Columbia

Biography

Sam Davis is a former Columbia City Council member and community advocate who served on the council from 2016 to 2020. He is running for mayor to address affordable housing, expand public transit, and strengthen neighborhood engagement, emphasizing equity and inclusive growth in his campaign platform.

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