The Election Results Dashboard is where you can view live election results on election night, or explore results from previous elections.

Election Results Dashboard

• View live election results updated every 5-10 minutes after all polls close
• Explore data via breakout maps, tables, and charts
• Download election results data spreadsheets
• access historical election results (1992-present)

When is the Dashboard Updated on Election Night?

Once polls close on election night, the dashboard is updated every 5-10 minutes as precincts report results to the North Carolina State Board of Elections.

How Do I Use the Dashboard?

To view election results, follow these steps:

1. Go to the dashboard through one of the above links
2. To change information that auto populates, select desired Election Date, County (or choose "State" for statewide results), Office, and Contest
3. Click "Display Results"

Don't forget to click "Refresh" often to view most recent results.

To explore the election results further:

1. Perform the steps listed above
2. Click "View Contest Details" (right side of page, in dark blue bar)
3. The "Contest Details" tab provides the total number of votes received by each candidate or ballot item, along with a map showing the winner of each county
4. The "Results by Voting Method" tab provides a table with a breakdown of votes cast by method (e.g., in-person on election day, absentee by-mail, etc.)
5. The "Results by Contest" tab provides a table with a breakdown of votes cast in each county.

Don't forget to click "Refresh" often to view most recent results.