Election
Our department directs all municipal, state, and federal elections within Boston. As part of our work, we also register voters, conduct an annual census, and educate the public on voting.
Upcoming election: state Primary - Tuesday, September 6, 2022
Voter registration deadline: Saturday, August 27
- In-person by 5 p.m.
- Register to vote online by 11:59 p.m.
- By mail, must be postmarked by Saturday, August 27
New City of Boston Precinct Lines:
The City of Boston has announced new polling locations following October reprecincting. The new precinct structure focuses on equity across voting populations in each precinct to reduce wait times and increase voter access.
Contact
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1 City Hall Square, Room 241
Boston, MA 02201 -
Office hoursMonday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Upcoming events
Upcoming eventsElection information
Early Voting in Boston
For the State Primary on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, early voting takes place in the City of Boston from Saturday, August 27, through Friday, September 2.
Vote by Mail in Boston
If you are a registered voter in Boston, you can vote by mail in the 2022 State Elections.
City of Boston 2022 Precinct adjustments
Review the recent adjustments adopted by the Board of Election Commissioners.
Download the 2022 State Primary and Election Filing Deadlines
View dates related to the State Elections this year.
Polling Locations
State Primary - September 6, 2022
A downloadable booklet of polling locations
Where to start
Check your voter registration status
How to apply to become a poll worker
How to register to vote
Find your polling location
Add your name to our annual census
2022 State Primary and Election Filing Deadlines
How to vote by absentee ballot
How to run for municipal office
Who is my city councilor?
State and City election results
2022 Precinct Adjustments
Guide to voting in Boston
Get information on your voting location, election results, and more.
