New York Voter Guide

Upcoming Elections

There are no statewide elections in New York in 2021

There are municipal elections in New York City on November 2, 2021

Election Rules

Voter Registration Deadline: 28 days before election day online and in-person, postmarked 25 days before and received 20 days before Election Day by mail

Early voting in New York will take place from 10 days before the election until 2 days before the election. Early voting locations can be found here.

New York’s Address Confidentiality Program can help survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and other similar crimes obtain confidential voter registration. Once enrolled in the program contact the Board of Elections directly to get registered. Learn more here.

Restoration of Voting Rights After Felony Convictions: The right to vote is automatically restored for felons after they are released from incarceration, regardless of parole or probation status, following an executive order from the Governor.

ID Requirements for Voting: ID is only required for first time voters if no valid ID at the time of voter registration.

Ranked Choice Voting: Starting in 2021, New York City will use ranked choice voting in city primary and special elections.

Absentee Voting: An excuse is required to request an absentee ballot. Voters can download the application online and must mail it to their county board of elections at least 7 days before the election or deliver it in person at least 1 day prior to the election. View the excuses and download the application here. There will be an amendment to establish no-excuse absentee voting on the ballot in November 2022

Gender Gaps in Representation

New York ranks 20th in the country for women’s representation in the State Legislature.

Voter Turnout

New York had lower voter turnout than the United States overall for both men and women in the 2016 Elections.

Percent Voter Turnout by Gender

Percent Voter Turnout by Race

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