The Humboldt County Office of Elections reminds voters that returning your vote-by-mail ballot is simple, secure and convenient. Every active registered voter will receive a ballot in the mail, and you have three easy options to return it:
Ballot Return Options
- By Mail – Simply drop your completed ballot in any U.S. Postal Service mailbox. Postage is pre-paid, so no stamp is needed!
- Ballot Drop Box – Place your ballot in any official ballot drop box located throughout Humboldt County.
- Vote Center – Drop off your ballot or vote in person at any Vote Center.
Important Dates
Vote-by-mail ballots will begin mailing on May 4, 2026.
Voters can return their ballots as soon as they receive them.
Drop boxes and select vote centers will be available starting May 4 for your convenience.
Find Your Nearest Location
To locate ballot drop boxes and in-person vote centers near you, visit www.humboldtgov.org/elections.
You can also contact the Humboldt County Office of Elections:
- Phone: 707-445-7481
- Email: humboldt_elections@co.humboldt.ca.us
- In Office: 2426 6th St, Eureka, CA 95501
About the Humboldt County Office of Elections
The Humboldt County Office of Elections is dedicated to conducting fair, accurate and transparent elections, ensuring the voice of the community is heard and that electoral integrity is maintained. The Elections Office is committed to upholding the democratic process, providing reliable information and maintaining an open line of communication with the public. For more information, visit humboldtgov.org/elections.