Collin County voters are showing strong participation in the 2026 midterm election cycle. At the close of the first week of early voting on Oct. 25, a total of 214,745 ballots had been cast at the county’s early‑voting sites, according to official records from the Collin County Elections Office.

Turnout figures and registration base

The county’s elections officials report that the 214,745 early votes represent about 26.9% of the 799,130 registered voters in Collin County. In addition to in‑person early voting, 6,042 voters submitted mail‑in ballots between Oct. 19 and Oct. 24.

Comparison to previous cycles

For context, the 2022 election cycle saw 693,753 Collin County residents participate in early voting, according to the Texas Secretary of State’s website. While the raw number of early votes this year is lower, the early‑voting period is still underway and turnout is trending upward as the election day approaches.

Busiest polling locations

Among the 42 early‑voting sites, the most heavily utilized locations so far have been the John and Judy Gay Library in McKinney, the Davis Library in Plano, and the Allen Public Library in Allen. These libraries have served as community hubs, offering convenient access for voters across the county.

Upcoming voting opportunities

Early voting will remain open through Oct. 30, with each site operating from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. On Election Day, Nov. 3, voters can cast their ballots at more than 90 polling locations throughout Collin County.

Ballot measures and races

Collin County voters will decide on a slate of local, county, state, and federal offices. In addition to contests for county judge, county clerk, and a county commissioner seat (Precinct 4), voters will consider two major bond proposals: an $817.5 million package from Collin County and a $600 million bond from Collin College. Statewide, the ballot includes races for Texas governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, and railroad commissioner, as well as numerous state Senate and House seats.

How to learn more

Voters seeking detailed ballot information or wishing to view a sample ballot can visit the Community Impact voter guide at www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide. The Collin County Elections Office also provides resources for locating the nearest early‑voting site and for understanding mail‑in ballot procedures.

Looking ahead

With early voting numbers already reflecting a solid turnout, county officials remain optimistic that Collin County will continue to set a high bar for civic participation in the 2026 midterms. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the remaining early‑voting days or to vote in person on Nov. 3 to ensure their voices are heard on the important issues and candidates before them.

Original reporting: Community Impact — Frisco — read the source article.