Early Voting Draws 7% of Montgomery County’s Registered Voters Ahead of Nov. 4 Election

According to data from Montgomery County Election Central, over 34,000 residents of Montgomery County have cast their votes in advance of Election Day.

In the two-week early voting period from Oct. 20 to Oct. 31, a total of 34,350 ballots were cast, which accounts for 7.38% of the county’s 465,127 registered voters.

Thursday, Oct. 31, marked the conclusion of early voting. Those who missed the early voting period must visit their designated polling places today, Election Day, November 4, to voice their opinions.

County officials report a notable rise in turnout during the second week of early voting. Between October 27 and October 31, a total of 22,111 residents participated in the voting process, a significant increase from the 12,239 votes recorded in the first week.

Election officials made a point of confirming polling locations before voting. “On Election Day, it is essential for voters to submit their ballots at the precincts assigned to them,” stated a representative from Montgomery County Election Central. “Voters can access the registration lookup feature on our website to determine their designated polling location.”

With the general election approaching, officials in Montgomery County are urging voters to ensure they have the necessary identification and to strategize their visit to the polls to minimize wait times. Voting will commence at 7 a.m. and conclude at 7 p.m. on Election Day throughout the county.

In the past, early voting in Montgomery County has played a crucial role in overall turnout. Nonetheless, the early participation rate this year is still trailing behind that of previous election cycles, a pattern observed in various Texas counties as we approach the November election.

Residents seeking additional information on polling locations, sample ballots, and voter identification requirements can be found on the Montgomery County Election Central website.