Chicago Board of Election Commissioners

11/22/2024

The Chicago Board of Election Commissioners will meet as a canvassing board on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the 8th Floor Conference Room, 69 West Washington Street to officially declare and proclaim the results of the November 5th Presidential Election conducted in the City of Chicago.

11/21/2024

"More than half of Chicago’s registered voters cast ballots in the city’s first school board races during the Nov. 5 general election, bucking voter trends for school board elections across the country, according to final figures released Wednesday... Of all Chicagoans who voted on Nov. 5, 78 percent chose a candidate in the school board races." Chalkbeat Chicago/Block Club Chicago

Out of a total 1,498,873 registered voters, 801,878 cast ballots for the city’s 10 school board districts, according to Max Bever, spokesperson for the Chicago Board of Elections.

11/19/2024

It's the final countdown! ⏳ Local election officials are wrapping up the counting of Vote by Mail and Provisional ballots today. Results will be certified on December 2nd!

11/14/2024

Did you know? 🤔 After each primary, jurisdictions retabulate 5% of precincts and early voting devices to ensure accuracy. Trust in the process!

11/12/2024

November 12, 2024 Regular Board Meeting of the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners:

November 12, 2024 Regular Board Meeting of the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners.

11/08/2024

As the votes are being tallied, it's important to remember that the journey to a definitive election result is complex. Here's a post-election timeline so you know what to expect following the General Election in November.

11/08/2024

Did you cast a provisional vote? Make sure your ballot counts by sending any additional info to your local election office by November 12th! 📬 Check your election authority's contact info here: https://shorturl.at/cj8Ys

11/07/2024

Click here for the Outstanding Ballot Count in Chicago for the November 5, 2024 Presidential Election: https://chicagoelections.gov/outstanding-ballot-count

This will be updated daily as Vote By Mail and Provisional ballots are counted through Nov. 19

11/06/2024

For initial Ward by Precinct Results in Chicago for the Nov. 5 Election, go to: https://chicagoelections.gov/elections/results/41

11/06/2024

Unofficial Chicago Voter Turnout as of Polls Closed on Election Day, 11/5/24:
948,643 total ballots cast (includes Early Voting and Previously Processed Vote By Mail)
1,498,873 active registered voters in Chicago
63.29% citywide turnout so far

Please note: Vote By Mail ballots received over the last few days through Secure Drop Boxes and USPS are not yet processed and counted to be reflected in tonight’s results.

All Vote By Mail and Provisional ballots received will be processed and counted on a rolling basis through November 19. As such, the total ballots cast and turnout percentage reflected below will continue to increase during this counting period.

Ballots Cast By Age Group:
18 -24: 75,739 ballots cast
25-34: 206,704 ballots cast
35-44: 169,946 ballots cast
45-54: 142,111 ballots cast
55-64: 145,234 ballots cast
65-74: 125,273 ballots cast
75+: 83,615 ballots cast

Ballots Cast By Gender:
Female: 526,232 ballots cast
Male: 419,623 ballots cast
Non-Binary/X: 978 ballots cast
Undeclared: 1,810 ballots cast

Ballots Cast Per Hour:
6:00am-7:00am: 20,442
7:00am-8:00am: 13,876
8:00am-9:00am: 36,826
9:00am – 10:00am: 36,378
10:00am – 11:00am: 36,228
11:00am – 12:00pm: 34,800
12:00pm – 1:00pm: 30,570
1:00pm – 2:00pm: 29,485
2:00pm – 3:00pm: 28,822
3:00pm - 4:00pm: 29,151
4:00pm – 5:00pm: 32,399
5:00pm – 6:00pm: 30,960
6:00pm – 7:00pm: 22,464
*as of this moment from the e-pollbook – unofficial figures

11/06/2024

Follow along with Election Night results at https://chicagoelections.gov/!

Looking to register to vote? Did you recently move or change your name and need to update your registration? Click here for more info.

11/06/2024

Say it with us now: if you're in line to vote, stay in line! 🗳

Time is ticking but there's still a chance to cast your ballot! Remember, if you're in line by 7pm, you will still be allowed to vote.
El tiempo corre, pero aún puedes votar. Recuerde que si está en la cola antes de las 19.00 horas, aún podrá votar.

11/05/2024

Chicago Voter Turnout as of 5:00pm on Election Day, 11/5/24:
891,028 total ballots cast (includes Early Voting and Previously Processed Vote By Mail)
1,498,873 active registered voters in Chicago
59.45% citywide turnout so far

Ballots Cast By Age Group:
18 -24: 67,327 ballots cast
25-34: 190,330 ballots cast
35-44: 158,236 ballots cast
45-54: 132,654 ballots cast
55-64: 138,039 ballots cast
65-74: 122,003 ballots cast
75+: 82,420 ballots cast

Ballots Cast By Gender:
Female: 494,320 ballots cast
Male: 394,079 ballots cast
Non-Binary/X: 901 ballots cast
Undeclared: 1,728 ballots cast

Ballots Cast Per Hour:
6:00am-7:00am: 20,442
7:00am-8:00am: 13,876
8:00am-9:00am: 36,688
9:00am – 10:00am: 36,215
10:00am – 11:00am: 36,081
11:00am – 12:00pm: 34,648
12:00pm – 1:00pm: 30,430
1:00pm – 2:00pm: 29,352
2:00pm – 3:00pm: 28,679
3:00pm - 4:00pm: 28,992 (as of this moment from epollbook, will be updated)

11/05/2024

Auxiliary bins are crucial for smooth elections! 🗳️ When ballot scanners fail, these locked bins allow voters to securely drop off their ballots. After the fix, election judges from both parties ensure every vote counts!

11/05/2024

Chicago Voter Turnout as of 3:00pm on Election Day, 11/5/24:
825,361 total ballots cast (includes Early Voting and Previously Processed Vote By Mail)
1,498,873 active registered voters in Chicago
55.07% citywide turnout so far

Ballots Cast By Age Group:
18 -24: 59,296 ballots cast
25-34: 173,904 ballots cast
35-44: 145,297 ballots cast
45-54: 121,600 ballots cast
55-64: 128,365 ballots cast
65-74: 116,846 ballots cast
75+: 80,034 ballots cast

Ballots Cast By Gender:
Female: 458,309 ballots cast
Male: 364,640 ballots cast
Non-Binary/X: 810 ballots cast
Undeclared: 1,602 ballots cast

Ballots Cast Per Hour:
6:00am-7:00am: 20,442
7:00am-8:00am: 13,876
8:00am-9:00am: 36,144
9:00am – 10:00am: 36,011
10:00am – 11:00am: 34,576
11:00am – 12:00pm: 30,361
12:00pm – 1:00pm: 29,261
1:00pm – 2:00pm: 11,256 (as reported by epollbooks at this moment, will be updated)

11/05/2024

Thank you to more than 1,900 High School Students serving as Election Judges! We appreciate your commitment and enthusiasm! 🗳

11/05/2024

Chicago Voter Turnout as of 12:00 Noon on Election Day, 11/5/24:
729,075 total ballots cast (includes Early Voting and Previously Processed Vote By Mail)
1,498,873 active registered voters in Chicago
48.64% citywide turnout so far

Ballots Cast By Age Group:
18 -24: 49,097 ballots cast
25-34: 152,098 ballots cast
35-44: 127,334 ballots cast
45-54: 106,888 ballots cast
55-64: 114,801 ballots cast
65-74: 105,888 ballots cast
75+: 72,951 ballots cast

Ballots Cast By Gender:
Female: 406,296 ballots cast
Male: 320,666 ballots
Non-Binary/X: 685 ballots cast
Undeclared: 1,428 ballots

Ballots Cast Per Hour:
6:00am-7:00am: 20,442
7:00am-8:00am: 13,876 (*updated as epollbooks caught up past 9:00am)
8:00am-9:00am: 35,960 (*updated as epollbooks caught up past 9:00am)
9:00am – 10:00am: 35,513
10:00am – 11:00am: 35,320
11:00am – 12:00pm: 14,089 (as reported by epollbooks at this moment, will be updated)

11/05/2024

Chicago Voter Turnout as of 9:00am on Election Day, 11/5/24:
611,762 total ballots cast (includes Early Voting and Previously Processed Vote By Mail)
1,498,873 active registered voters in Chicago
40.81% citywide turnout so far

Ballots Cast By Age Group:
18 -24: 39,775 ballots cast
25-34: 125,310 ballots cast
35-44: 105,495 ballots cast
45-54: 89,633 ballots cast
55-64: 98,257 ballots cast
65-74: 90,461 ballots cast
75+: 62,813 ballots cast

Ballots Cast By Gender:
Female: 342,842 ballots cast
Male: 267,228 ballots
Non-Binary/X: 543 ballots cast
Undeclared: 1,149 ballots

Ballots Cast Per Hour:
6:00am-7:00am: 20,442
7:00am-8:00am: 13,876
8:00am-9:00am: 35,961