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From the Department of Elections, this Overview Map will help Delaware citizens determine the districts in which they reside, based upon their address.
District Maps
In Delaware, various district maps exist to outline representation at different levels of government. The state is divided into districts for Senators, Representatives, County Councils, School Boards, and Election Polling districts. Each map serves the purpose of organizing geographic regions to ensure proportional representation and effective governance. These districts are designed based on factors like population density, community boundaries, and administrative convenience, tailoring the representation structure to the specific needs and characteristics of each level of government. The distinct district maps help manage and streamline the electoral and governance processes across different tiers of public service in Delaware.
Frequently Asked Questions
2024 MUNICIPAL ELECTION CALENDAR - Scroll down to Sussex County Municipalities section.
2024 STATE OF DELAWARE ELECTION CALENDAR
Presidential Primary Election: April 2, 2024
DEADLINE to change political party affiliation: February 2, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: Voters who are automatically registered at DMV by the Presidential Primary Election Voter Registration Deadline of March 9, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. and have their party listed as No Party-AVR may change their political party affiliation up to and including on Presidential Primary Election Day, April 2, 2024, in order to vote in their party's Presidential Primary Election.
DEADLINE to register to vote: March 9, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
Early Voting: March 20 through March 28, 2024, and March 30, 2024.
DEADLINE for the DOE to mail absentee ballots: March 28, 2024
DEADLINE for the DOE to issue absentee ballots: April 1, 2024, by 12:00 noon
DEADLINE for voters to return voted absentee ballots: April 2, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.
School Board Elections: May 14, 2024
DEADLINE for candidates for school board elections to file notice of
candidacy: March 1, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.
Filing for a School Board Election
DEADLINE for the DOE to mail absentee ballots: May 10, 2024
DEADLINE for the DOE to issue absentee ballots: May 13, 2024, by 12:00 noon
DEADLINE for voters to return voted absentee ballots: May 14, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.
2024 State Primary Election: September 10, 2024
DEADLINE to change political party affiliation: May 24, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: Voters who are automatically registered at DMV by the State Primary Election Voter Registration Deadline of August 17, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. and have their party listed as No Party-AVR may change their political party affiliation up to and including on State Primary Election Day, September 10, 2024, in order to vote in their party's State Primary Election.
DEADLINE to register to vote: August 17, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
Early Voting: August 24 through August 31, 2024, and September 3 through September 8, 2024.
DEADLINE for the DOE to mail absentee ballots: September 6, 2024
DEADLINE for the DOE to issue absentee ballots: September 9, 2024, at 12 noon
DEADLINE for voters to return voted absentee ballots: September 10, 2024, at 8:00 pm
2024 General Election: November 5, 2024
DEADLINE for unregistered citizens to register to vote: October 12, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
Early Voting: October 25 through November 3, 2024.
DEADLINE for the DOE to mail absentee ballots: November 1, 2024
DEADLINE for the DOE to issue absentee ballots: November 4, 2024 at 12 noon
DEADLINE for voters to return voted absentee ballots: November 5, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.
In Delaware, registering to vote is a straightforward process that ensures your participation in the democratic process. The Delaware Department of Elections provides multiple avenues for registration, including online registration through the Delaware Department of Elections website. Alternatively, you can register by completing a paper voter registration application available at various state agencies, libraries, and Department of Elections offices. The application can be mailed to the Department of Elections in your county or delivered in person. Additionally, Delaware offers voter registration at Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) locations when applying for or renewing a driver's license or state ID.
To register, you must be:
a U.S. citizen
a Delaware resident
at least 18 years old by the next general election.
It's crucial to ensure your registration is complete at least four weeks before the upcoming election to participate fully in the democratic process. By taking these steps, you contribute to shaping the future of your community and the state of Delaware through your valuable vote.
or
Go To ivote.de.gov for Registration Lookup & Absentee Ballot Requests and Polling Location Search
Use this tool from the Department of Elections to locate your polling location.
From the Department of Elections, this Overview Map helps Delaware citizens determine the districts in which they reside, based upon their address.
In Delaware, various district maps exist to outline representation at different levels of government. The state is divided into districts for Senators, Representatives, County Councils, School Boards, and Election Polling districts. Each map serves the purpose of organizing geographic regions to ensure proportional representation and effective governance. These districts are designed based on factors like population density, community boundaries, and administrative convenience, tailoring the representation structure to the specific needs and characteristics of each level of government. The distinct district maps help manage and streamline the electoral and governance processes across different tiers of public service in Delaware. Senate Overview Map House District Overview Map County Council District Overview Map Sussex School Board District Maps
If you were automatically registered to vote at DMV through the Automatic Voter Registration (AVR) process, you may choose a political party through the day of the first primary election following your automatic voter registration at DMV in order to vote in that primary election. AVR voters who do not choose a party by that first primary election after AVR will be registered as “No Party” voters and then eligible to change their party affiliation during the standard party change periods designated in the Delaware Code.
You can change your party affiliation:
Before a Primary Election: anytime except from the last Saturday in May through the date of the Primary.
Before a Presidential Primary: anytime except from the 59th day before the Presidential Primary through the date of the election.
or
Go To ivote.de.gov > for Registration Lookup & Absentee Ballot Requests and Polling Location Search
Absentee Voting: A voting method that enables individuals who are physically unable to go to a polling place on Election Day, due to reasons like being out of town, military service, illness, disability, or any other circumstance, to still be able to participate in the electoral process. Eligible voters request the ballot from their local election office, receive it by mail, mark their choices, and return it before the specified deadline. Learn More>
Early Voting: Voting in person prior to Election Day is offered in Delaware for at least ten days before Primary, General, and Special Elections, with the last day the Sunday before Election Day. The Department of Elections will announce the polling locations for early voting when appropriate in 2024.
Election Day Voting: You may vote in person at your assigned Polling Place on Election Day.
Volunteer to work with local Republican groups (SCRC, districts). See the many ways you can on our Get Involved page. You can fill out the Volunteer Form on that page or join us the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:30 pm at the Millsboro Fire Company Hall 109 E. State St., Millsboro, DE 19966. Sign up to be a Poll Worker
An opportunity to serve your community and earn some money!
The State of Delaware needs more than 3,200 Election Officers to staff polling places for the General Election. This is a unique opportunity to serve your community by participating in the electoral process! Learn more about working at the polls:
How to apply
Compensation and Taxes
Work schedule
Responsibilities
Contact information
Training
To see all Delaware Statewide and Sussex County Candidates, visit our Meet the Candidates page.
A voting district is a small geographic area the government uses to group voters.
Delaware has 20 State Senate Districts; 5 of the districts are in Sussex County.
Delaware has 41 State Representative Districts; 10 of the districts are in Sussex County
Delaware state-wide elections are organized based on the 41 Representative Districts.
Representative Districts are further divided into Election Districts (Polling Districts).
In Sussex County, Representative Districts have between 9 to 14 Election Districts. THE LOCAL SUSSEX COUNTY DISTRICTS For Sussex County Council elections, the entire county is divided into 5 districts with 5 seats on the council. For Sussex County School Board elections, the elections are organized within each school board district.
Absentee Voting: A voting method that enables individuals who are physically unable to go to a polling place on Election Day, due to reasons like being out of town, military service, illness, disability, or any other circumstance, to still be able to participate in the electoral process. Eligible voters request the ballot from their local election office, receive it by mail, mark their choices, and return it before the specified deadline. Learn More>
Early Voting: Voting in person prior to Election Day is currently offered in Delaware for at least ten days before Primary, General, and Special Elections, with the last day the Sunday before Election Day. The Department of Elections will announce the polling locations for early voting when appropriate in 2024.
Election Day Voting: You may vote in person at your assigned Polling Place on Election Day.
School Board Election Date is May 14th. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
You do not have to be registered to vote for the School Board Elections.
You must provide proof of identity and address.
This includes:
Delaware driver's license
Delaware ID card
Work ID card with photo and home address
U. S. postal material with street address
DELMAR SCHOOL DISTRICT
3C USA Church
38238 Old Stage Rd., Delmar, DE 19940
Delmar High School
200 N 8th St., Delmar, DE 19940
INDIAN RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT 4
Indian River High School
29772 Armory Rd., Dagsboro, DE 19939
Millville Community Center
32517 Dukes Drive, Millville, DE 19967
WOODBRIDGE SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Woodbridge Middle School
307 S. Laws St., Bridgeville, DE 19933
Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center
400 Governors Ave., Greenwood, DE 19950
The Cape Henlopen, Indian River District 3, Laurel, Milford and Seaford School District Elections are uncontested.
School Board Elections are held May 14, 2024. There are no Early Voting Days for School Board Elections.
2024 State Primary Election: September 10, 2024
Early Voting: August 24 through August 31, 2024, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
and
September 3 through September 8, 2024. 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Primary Day Voting: September, 10 2024, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
2024 General Election: November 5, 2024
Early Voting: October 25 through October 29, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
and October 30 to November 3, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Election Day Voting: November 5, 2024, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
For Early Voting there are not as many polling places in Sussex County as for the Primary and General Elections.
The exact polling places will be announced by the Department of Elections some time prior to the beginning of early voting.
A voting district is a small geographic area the government uses to group voters.
STATEWIDE DISTRICTS
SENATE
Delaware has 20 State Senate Districts; 5 of the districts are in Sussex County.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Delaware has 41 State Representative Districts; 10 of the districts are in Sussex County
Delaware state-wide elections are organized based on the 41 Representative Districts (RDs).Representative Districts are further divided into Election Districts (EDs).In Sussex County, Representative Districts have between 9 to 14 Election Districts.
THE LOCAL SUSSEX COUNTY DISTRICTS
COUNTY COUNCIL
For Sussex County Council elections, the entire county is divided into 5 districts with 5 seats on the council.
SCHOOL BOARDS
For Sussex County School Board elections, the elections are organized within each school board district.
Go to District Maps page to view individual District maps.
This online tool from the Department of Election gives you all your district information when you search on your address.
How do I find out who the candidates are running in my districts?
First, find out what Senate District, House of Representative District and Sussex County Council District you live in.
This online tool from the Department of Elections gives you all your district information when you search on your address.
Second, visit our 2024 Candidates page to see what candidates we have file for election in your districts.
The quickest and most convenient way to request an absentee ballot is to visit the voter portal, iVote, and follow the instructions there to request a ballot. Learn more about voting absentee. Also, here is an FAQ from the Department of Elections on Absentee Voting.
For more FAQs visit the Delaware Elections website.