Elections offices administer voter registration, manage polling locations, and conduct federal, state, and local elections to ensure that every eligible citizen can participate in the democratic process. These offices operate under strict state and federal election laws to protect the integrity of the vote.

There are 52 states with Elections locations across the United States. County election offices collectively manage thousands of polling locations and process tens of millions of ballots during each general election cycle.

Elections in the United States

Browsing by state helps voters find their county or local elections office to register to vote, request absentee ballots, and find their polling location before election day.

Common Services

Voters should register well before the deadline — most states require registration 15-30 days prior to election day. Bring a government-issued ID when registering in person and when voting at the polls in states with ID requirements.

For official information, visit USA.gov Voter Registration.

Elections by State
A
C
D
F
G
H
I
K
L
M
N
O
P
R
S
T
U
V
W

About Elections

Election offices are administered at the county or municipal level under the authority of a county clerk, election commissioner, or board of elections. They operate under both state election code and federal laws including the Help America Vote Act and the National Voter Registration Act.

Common Services

Candidates running for local office should contact the elections office well before the filing deadline to obtain petition requirements, fee schedules, and campaign finance reporting obligations.

For official information, visit U.S. Election Assistance Commission.