Election Day Countdown: When Do Polls Shut Their Doors?

With the November 2024 election approaching, voters across the United States are preparing to make their voices heard. A critical element of the upcoming election involves knowing when polls close and the electoral votes at stake.

Election Day is set for Tuesday, Nov. 5, and millions of Americans will cast their ballots both in advance and in person. While many state results are reported immediately after polling concludes, the tight nature of this presidential race may delay the final outcome as election officials process mail-in ballots.

The following outlines the closing times for polls in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Voters should remember that as long as they are in line when polls close, they will still be allowed to vote.

Times listed are adjusted for Eastern Time. Locations with varying closing times might not follow the stated hours, so checking local guidelines is recommended. For states that span multiple time zones, the listed times reflect when most polling places close.

Poll Closing Times by State

6:00 PM Eastern:

• Indiana – 11 electoral votes
• Kentucky – 8 electoral votes

7:00 PM Eastern:

• Florida – 30 electoral votes
• Georgia – 16 electoral votes
• New Hampshire – 4 electoral votes
• South Carolina – 9 electoral votes
• Vermont – 3 electoral votes
• Virginia – 13 electoral votes

7:30 PM Eastern:

• North Carolina – 16 electoral votes
• Ohio – 17 electoral votes
• West Virginia – 4 electoral votes

8:00 PM Eastern:

• Alabama – 9 electoral votes
• Connecticut – 7 electoral votes
• Delaware – 3 electoral votes
• Washington, D.C. – 3 electoral votes
• Illinois – 19 electoral votes
• Kansas – 6 electoral votes
• Maine – 4 electoral votes
• Maryland – 10 electoral votes
• Massachusetts – 11 electoral votes
• Michigan – 15 electoral votes
• Mississippi – 6 electoral votes
• Missouri – 10 electoral votes
• New Jersey – 14 electoral votes
• North Dakota – 3 electoral votes
• Oklahoma – 7 electoral votes
• Pennsylvania – 19 electoral votes
• Rhode Island – 4 electoral votes
• South Dakota – 3 electoral votes
• Tennessee – 11 electoral votes
• Texas – 40 electoral votes

8:30 PM Eastern:

• Arkansas – 6 electoral votes

9:00 PM Eastern:

• Arizona – 11 electoral votes
• Colorado – 10 electoral votes
• Iowa – 6 electoral votes
• Louisiana – 8 electoral votes
• Minnesota – 10 electoral votes
• Nebraska – 5 electoral votes
• New Mexico – 5 electoral votes
• New York – 28 electoral votes
• Wisconsin – 10 electoral votes
• Wyoming – 3 electoral votes

10:00 PM Eastern:

• Montana – 4 electoral votes
• Nevada – 6 electoral votes
• Utah – 6 electoral votes

11:00 PM Eastern:

• California – 54 electoral votes
• Idaho – 4 electoral votes
• Oregon – 8 electoral votes
• Washington – 12 electoral votes

12:00 AM Eastern:

• Hawaii – 4 electoral votes

1:00 AM Eastern:

• Alaska – 3 electoral votes

As the election draws nearer, staying informed about polling logistics remains crucial for voters nationwide.