Early voting election guide, key dates, hours
First day of early voting in NYC
Early voting is officially underway in New York City, kicking off a critical stretch in the primary election season. FOX 5 N's Richard Giacovis has the latest.
NEW YORK CITY - Early voting in the 2025 New York City primary elections is already showing strong participation across all five boroughs.
According to unofficial data from the NYC Board of Elections, as of the close of polls on day two (Sunday) of early voting, a total of 66,361 voters had checked in.
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The breakdown by borough is as follows:
- Manhattan 21,565
- Brooklyn 23,637
- Queens 13,823.
- The Bronx 5,170.
- Staten Island 2,166
These numbers reflect cumulative check-ins and underscore the critical role early voting plays in the city’s election process.
Here’s everything you need to know about voting in New York City this election cycle.
How to vote in NYC
You can vote in person during early voting or on Primary Day.
You can also vote by absentee ballot.
Absentee ballots must be postmarked by June 24 and received by July 1.
Key dates for NYC primary elections
June 22: Last day to vote early.
June 23: Final day to register to vote in person at your local board of elections.
June 24: Primary Election Day. Polls open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Vote at your assigned site. This is also the deadline to return early voting or absentee ballots. Mail ballots must be postmarked by June 24.
You can check your registration status or register to vote online here.
To find your local poll site, click here.
Early voting NYC schedule
Saturday, June 14: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, June 15: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Monday, June 16: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, June 17: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, June 18: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, June 22: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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How ranked choice voting works in NYC
Ranked choice voting is used in primary and special elections for mayor, public advocate, comptroller, borough president and City Council. Voters approved this system in 2019.
Here’s how it works:
You can rank up to five candidates in order of preference.
Your first-choice vote is counted first. If a candidate gets more than 50 percent of first-choice votes, they win.
If no one reaches that threshold, the last-place candidate is eliminated and those votes are redistributed to the next highest-ranked candidate on each ballot.
This process continues until only two candidates remain and the one with the most votes wins.
How to fill out a ranked choice ballot
You may rank up to five candidates, but you are not required to rank all five.
Only rank candidates you support. You can vote for just one person if you want. Do not rank the same candidate more than once.
Only select one candidate per column, for first choice, second choice, and so on.
For example, your first choice is your top pick. Your second choice is your backup. Then follow with third, fourth and fifth if desired.
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2025 NYC election results
On election night, results will only show first-choice votes from early voting, in-person voting and processed absentee ballots.
Preliminary ranked choice tabulations will be released one week after election day.
Updates will be shared weekly as absentees, affidavits and cured ballots are counted.
Final results will be certified after all ballots have been processed.
2025 NYC election day
The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 4, this year.
Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Early voting runs from Oct. 25 through Nov. 2. Saturday, Oct. 25, is the last day to register to vote in person.
Mail-in registration applications must also be received by Oct. 25.
Make sure to register on time, know your polling location and understand how your ballot works.