Upcoming Elections
There are no statewide elections in Utah in 2021
There are municipal elections in Salt Lake City, the primary is August 10, 2021 and the general is November 2, 2021.
Election Rules
Voter Registration Deadline: 7 days before Election Day in person, 11 days before Election Day online or by mail, or Election Day registration if voting in-person. If registering in-person during early voting or on election day you will have to vote a provisional ballot
Early voting in Utah will take place from 14 days before the election until 4 days before the election. Find your early voting location.
Restoration of Voting Rights After Felony Convictions: The right to vote is automatically restored for felons upon their release from incarceration.
ID Requirements for Voting: One photo ID or two non-photo IDs required. The County Clerk can verify through other means if ID is not presented.
Ranked Choice Voting: Some cities in Utah use ranked choice voting for local elections.
Absentee Voting: Any registered Utah voter can request a mail-in ballot, no excuse required. Voters can download or fill out the application online. If being returned by mail it must be sent at least 30 days prior to the election, if submitted online it must be completed at least 7 days prior to the election.
Gender Gaps in Representation
Utah is one of 13 states that does not have any women in its Congressional delegation. It ranks 35th in the country for women’s representation in the State Legislature.
Utah Congressional Delegation
Utah State Legislature
Voter Turnout
Utah men had higher voter turnout than the United States overall in the 2016 elections while women had about equal turnout.
Percent Voter Turnout by Gender
Percent Voter Turnout by Race
Other races not shown due to population size
