Upcoming Elections
There is a gubernatorial and state legislative elections in New Jersey on November 2, 2021
Election Rules
Voter Registration Deadline: 21 days before Election Day (October 12) in-person, online, or by mail
Early voting in New Jersey runs from 10 days before a general election to two days before a general election. For the 2021 state elections, early voting will run from October 24 – October 31. Contact your county election official for more information on how to return your ballot.
New Jersey’s Address Confidentiality Program provides survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking with the means for confidential voter registration. Learn more here.
Restoration of Voting Rights After Felony Convictions: The right to vote is automatically restored for felons after the completion of their parole or probation.
ID Requirements for Voting: ID only required for first time voters.
Absentee Voting: Any registered New Jersey voter can request an absentee ballot. Voters must download the application online and mail it to their County Clerk at least 7 days before the election, or hand it in the day before. Download the application here.
Gender Gaps in Representation
New Jersey ranks 21st in the country for women’s representation in the State Legislature.
New Jersey Congressional Delegation
New Jersey State Legislature
Voter Turnout
New Jersey had a voter turnout very close to the overall voter turnout for the United States for both men and women in the 2016 Elections.
Percent Voter Turnout by Gender
Percent Voter Turnout by Race
Other races not shown due to population size
