Stephens County early voting turnout reaches 29.81% ahead of Election Day
Early voting for the 2026 midterm elections ended Friday, with 1,761 ballots cast in Stephens County through in-person voting and mail-in ballots, according to information provided to the Texas Secretary of State by Stephens County election officials. Those who haven’t voted yet will head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 3, for Election Day.
Of the county’s 5,908 registered voters, 1,651 voted in person during early voting, representing 27.95% of registered voters. The county also received 110 mail-in ballots, bringing the combined total to 1,761 ballots, or 29.81% of registered voters, by the end of early voting.
The turnout was higher than the early voting total for the 2022 general election, when 1,640 ballots were cast in person and by mail. At that time, Stephens County had 5,712 registered voters, and 28.71% had voted by the end of early voting. That election included 1,508 in-person voters and 132 mail-in ballots.
However, early voting turnout in 2026 remained below the level recorded during the 2024 presidential election. In that election, 2,863 ballots were cast during early voting, including 2,746 in-person ballots and 117 mail-in ballots. With 5,881 registered voters, the county recorded an early voting turnout of 48.68%.
Stephens County early voting comparison
| Catagory | 2022 General Election | 2024 Presidential Election | 2026 General Election | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered voters | 5,712 | 5,881 | 5,908 | |||
| In-person ballots cast | 1,508 | 2,746 | 1,651 | |||
| In-person turnout | 26.4% | 46.69% | 27.95% | |||
| Mail-in ballots received | 132 | 117 | 110 | |||
| Total in-person and mail-in ballots | 1,640 | 2,863 | 1,761 | |||
| Total early voting turnout | 28.71% | 48.68% | 29.81% |
Voting locations
On Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3, polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. across five precinct locations:
- Precinct 1: Clear Fork Bank, Tower Room (formerly First National Bank), 101 E. Walker St.
- Precinct 2: Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, 1601 W. Elliott
- Precinct 3: Stephens County Annex Building, 222 N. Baylor
- Precinct 4: BISD Support Center, Bus Barn, 907 U.S. Hwy 183 N
- Precinct 5: Wayland Volunteer Fire Department, 10276 FM 1852
On the Ballot
All local offices appearing on the Stephens County ballot are unopposed:
- County Judge
- District Clerk
- County Clerk
- County Treasurer
- County Commissioner, Precinct 2
- County Commissioner, Precinct 4
- Justice of the Peace
- County Constable
Additionally, voters in Precinct 3 who reside within the Graham Independent School District will consider a proposed bond issue for new school buildings in GISD.
Federal races on the ballot include U.S. Senator and U.S. Representative for District 25.
Statewide and regional offices on the ballot include:
- Governor
- Lieutenant Governor
- Attorney General
- State Representative, District 60
- Comptroller of Public Accounts
- Commissioner of the General Land Office
- Commissioner of Agriculture
- Railroad Commissioner
- Supreme Court of Texas
- Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
- 15th Court of Appeals
- 11th Court of Appeals
Sample ballots are available for voters (click here to see the sample ballots), with the precinct number listed in the bottom left corner of each ballot.
Voter Identification Requirements
Under Texas law, voters possessing one of seven acceptable forms of photo identification must present that ID when voting in person.
Acceptable Forms of Photo ID:
- Texas Driver License issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS)
- Texas Election Identification Certificate issued by DPS
- Texas Personal Identification Card issued by DPS
- Texas Handgun License issued by DPS
- U.S. Military Identification Card containing the person’s photograph
- U.S. Citizenship Certificate containing the person’s photograph
- U.S. Passport (book or card)
For voters aged 18 to 69, the photo ID may be expired up to four years prior to being presented. For voters aged 70 or older, the photo ID may be expired for any length of time as long as it is otherwise valid. U.S. Citizenship Certificates do not expire. Election Identification Certificates are available at DPS driver license offices during regular business hours, as well as at mobile station locations.
Reasonable Impediment Process:
Voters who do not possess and cannot reasonably obtain one of the seven acceptable forms of photo ID may complete a Reasonable Impediment Declaration (RID) at the polling place. To use this option, voters must present one supporting form of ID:
- Copy or original of a government document showing the voter’s name and address (including a voter registration certificate)
- Copy or original of a current utility bill
- Copy or original of a bank statement
- Copy or original of a government check
- Copy or original of a paycheck
- Copy or original of a certified domestic birth certificate (from a U.S. state or territory) or a document confirming birth admissible in a court of law establishing identity (including foreign birth documents)
Official Election Resources & Support
For additional election guidance, official documentation, and state voting procedures:
Check your registration status and local polling options through the Texas Secretary of State Voter Portal.
Review state voter ID policies and requirements at the Texas Department of Public Safety.
For more information, call the Stephens County Elections office at 254-559-3700 or visit www.votetexas.gov.
Cutline, top photo: Stephens County voters line up to cast their ballots in the 2026 Primary Runoff election on May 18, in the courthouse. This year, Election Day will be Tuesday, Nov. 3. (Photo by Tony Pilkington/Breckenridge Texan)
