Voters in Shelby County showed up in record numbers for this year’s midterm elections, as early voting increased by 52% compared to 2022.
More than 183,000 people in Shelby County (or 31% of registered voters) participated in this year’s race, which beat the average statewide turnout of 26%.
And while Williamson County had the highest percentage of turnout in the state with 37%, only 74,000 people voted in the area.
Across Tennessee, the largest turnout took place on Thursday, which was the last day for early voting.
The general election will be held this coming Tuesday, November 3rd, during which time polls will be open from 7:00AM to 7:00PM and voters can only vote at their assigned polling places based on their addresses.
