Election Day Poll Hours: What to Know for All 50 States

The upcoming Election Day on November 4th will see millions of Americans participate in state and local elections. Understanding polling hours is essential for voters planning to cast their ballots in person. These hours vary by state and sometimes by county or municipality.

Polling Hours Across All 50 States

Most states open their polls between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m. local time. Here’s a breakdown of polling hours for various states:

States Opening Polls at 6:00 a.m.

• Arizona: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Connecticut: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Illinois: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Indiana: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Kentucky: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Louisiana: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Maine: Varies based on municipality; all locations close at 8 p.m.
• Missouri: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• New Jersey: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• New York: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Virginia: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

States Opening Polls at 6:30 a.m.

• North Carolina: 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Ohio: 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• West Virginia: 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

States Opening Polls at 7:00 a.m.

• Alabama: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• California: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Florida: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Texas: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Wisconsin: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

States Opening Polls at 7:30 a.m.

• Arkansas: 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

States Opening Polls at 8:00 a.m.

• Idaho: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Nebraska (Central Time): 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

States with Variable Opening Times

In some states like New Hampshire, Tennessee, and Washington, polling hours depend on local jurisdiction. North Dakota begins voting between 7 and 9 a.m. Vermont allows voting from 5 to 10 a.m.

Get Prepared for Election Day

Voters are encouraged to check their local polling locations and hours ahead of time. For more details on registration and voting, please visit official sites like Vote.gov and USA.gov.