From Mashable · Chase DiBenedetto · · 1m 10s
How to vote in 2026 midterms
2026 midterms: mail ballots, drop boxes, and polling places explained.
In brief
2026 midterms: mail ballots, drop boxes, and polling places explained. Over 51 million Americans voted in 2026 midterms with mail ballots and drop boxes available in 15 states. Originally reported by Mashable.
2026 midterm elections
The Nov. 3 midterm elections will determine Congress makeup and President Trump's remaining years in office.
Mail ballot voting
Over 51 million Americans voted by mail in 2026 with eight states offering universal mail-in voting.
Mail ballot deadlines
Mail ballots must be postmarked by or on election day to avoid being voided.
Drop box locations
15 states have drop boxes at libraries, parks, and other locations for ballot drop-off.
States with drop boxes
California, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Florida, Kentucky, New Jersey, Nevada, Maryland, Michigan, Oregon, Rhode Island, Utah, Virginia, Washington have drop boxes.
States without drop boxes
Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia prohibit drop boxes.
In-person voting
Voters can cast ballots in person up to one month before election day in some states.
The essence
Over 51 million Americans voted in 2026 midterms with mail ballots and drop boxes available in 15 states.
