UPDATE: The first day of early voting in New York City’s 2025 general election has just concluded, with an impressive 79,409 residents casting their votes on Saturday, according to the New York City Board of Elections. This marks a dramatic increase from the 15,418 voters who participated on the inaugural day of early voting in the 2021 mayoral election.
The turnout today is particularly notable, with 24,046 early voters in Manhattan alone, eclipsing the total from four years ago. Brooklyn followed closely behind with 22,105 early voters, while Queens reported 19,045. The Bronx saw 7,793 residents voting early, and Staten Island recorded 6,420 participants.
New Yorkers are poised to make pivotal decisions as they vote for the city’s next mayor, alongside key positions such as city comptroller, public advocate, and borough presidents. Voters will also select city councilmembers and various judges, depending on their residential areas. Additionally, voters in Manhattan and Brooklyn will weigh in on the district attorney races.
Voters face six significant ballot questions, including one regarding the management of state forest land. Other questions focus on future housing development throughout the city, with the final query addressing a shift to hold the city’s elections in even-numbered years to align with presidential elections.
The early voting period spans nine days, running through November 2, 2025. For those looking for more information about the candidates and issues on the ballot, Gothamist offers a comprehensive voter guide. Voters can also locate their designated early voting sites online.
As early voting kicks off, attention is also drawn to New Jersey, where voters began their own polls on Saturday, determining who will succeed term-limited Governor Phil Murphy. The race features Democratic Representative Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli, further emphasizing the significance of this election cycle across the region.
Stay tuned for updates as voter turnout continues to surge and crucial decisions are made that will shape the future of New York City and beyond.
