Upcoming Elections
There are no statewide elections in West Virginia in 2021
Election Rules
Voter Registration Deadline: 21 days before the Election Day in-person, online, or by mail
Early voting in West Virginia will take place from 13 days before the election until 3 days before the election. Voting locations include county courthouses and other designated community locations, contact your county clerk for details.
West Virginia’s Address Confidentiality Program allows survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, or stalking to register to vote using the substitute address provided by the program. 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 is required but non-photo ID is accepted. If ID is not shown, voter can cast a provisional ballot and may provide an ID to certify their ballot until the Friday following Election Day.
Absentee Voting: An excuse is required to request an absentee ballot. Voters can access the application from the Secretary of State’s website and can fax, mail, email, or deliver in person to County Clerk at least 6 days before the election. View the excuses and the application here.
Gender Gaps in Representation
West Virginia ranks last in the country for women’s representation in the State Legislature.
West Virginia Congressional Delegation
West Virginia State Legislature
Voter Turnout
West Virginia had lower voter turnout than the United States overall in the 2016 Elections.
Percent Voter Turnout by Gender
Percent Voter Turnout by Race
Other races not shown due to population size
