Election polling hours vary by location, so to answer precisely for today you’ll want to check your local polling place or state election website for the exact closing time. Here are the typical steps and what to expect:

• General rule of thumb: most U.S. polling places close between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM local time, but some states or municipalities may have earlier or later closing times, and a few places allow extended hours if you’re in line when closing time arrives. Always verify with your local election office to be certain for today.

• If you’re in New York City, polls closed at 9:00 PM local time on Election Day in 2025, and you only needed to be in line by 9:00 PM for your ballot to count. If you’re voting elsewhere in NYC, confirm that location-specific details apply.

• If you’re in another state or county, opening and closing times can differ by city or county within the state, and some states publish statewide hours while others publish per-county details. Check the state or local election official site or call the local elections office for today’s exact closing time.

• Many official sources provide a “polling place finder” tool where you can enter your address to get your polling location and the exact hours for today. If you have a specific location, I can guide you to the right resource or help interpret the hours.

If you share your city or county, I can give you the most likely closing time for today and help you locate the official hours.