The 1972 North Carolina lieutenant gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1972. Democratic nominee Jim Hunt defeated Republican nominee John A. Walker with 56.69% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on May 6, 1972.
Democratic primary
Candidates
- Allen C. Barbee, former state representative
- Reginald L. Frazier
- Margaret T. Harper
- Jim Hunt, attorney
- Roy G. Sowers Jr.
Republican primary
Candidates
- Norman H. Joyner, former state senator
- John A. Walker, businessman
General election
Candidates
Major party candidates
- Jim Hunt, Democratic
- John A. Walker, Republican
Other candidates
- Benjamin G. McLendon, American