Election Day is here, signaling the end of a spectacular presidential campaign. While we may not know if former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris will win by the end of the day, state results may begin to emerge immediately after votes close, particularly in states with clear leads. In 2020, for example, Kentucky and Vermont were called minutes after the votes closed. If this year follows a similar trend, early results may arrive about 7 p.m. ET.
Here’s when you may expect election results.
When do the early polls shut on Election Day?
Some states may begin announcing results immediately after their polls shut. According to 270toWin, the following states are among the first to close:
- Indiana: Polls close at 6 p.m. ET across the majority of the state
- Kentucky: Polls close at 6 p.m. ET across the majority of the state
- Florida: Polls close at 7 p.m. ET across the majority of the state
- Vermont: Polls close at 7 p.m. ET.
- Virginia: Polls close at 7 p.m. ET.
- South Carolina: Polls close at 7 p.m. ET.
- Georgia: Polls close at 7 p.m. ET.
Local voting stations may have varying hours, so check with your local election officials to see when the polls shut in your region.
When do the polls shut on Election Day in New York?
On Tuesday, November 5, polls in New York will open at 6 a.m. and close at 9 p.m.
When will state election results be announced?
The Associated Press will not call races until the last polls close in that state.
When were the past presidential elections called?
In 2020, it took four days to proclaim President Joe Biden the winner.
In 2016, Trump was proclaimed the winner in the early hours of the morning following the election.
In 2000, Republican George W. Bush was declared the winner after a 35-day wait, the longest in history.
How can I find your polling location in New York?
The New York State Board of Elections’ website has a tool for locating your voting station. You must provide your name, five-digit zip code, date of birth, and county of residence. The tool will direct you to the appropriate voting location on Election Day. It also includes early voting locations in your county; however, the early voting session finished on Sunday.
Where to get the 2024 election results for New York
Polls in New York will close at 9 p.m., and election results will be available online after the polls shut.
New York’s Election ResultsSee the most recent results from throughout New York.
Contributing: USA Today Network.
