August 5 Primary and Special Election
Unofficial Election Results:
View Unofficial Election Results Here
Recount FAQ
https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/candidates/frequently-asked-questions/recount-faq
| Election Day: August 5,2025 |
| Ballots Mailed: July 16, 2025 |
| Registration & Voting Aids Available: July 16, 2025 |
| Active Registered Voters: 138,609 |
Ballot Return Status Report
Ballots Accepted: 43,516
Ballots Returned*: 44,041
Updated 08/08/2025
*Total ballots returned includes received, accepted and rejected ballots. To find out the status of your ballot login to your voter portal at VoteWA.gov. For more information on different ballot statuses view the Secretary of State's ballot status codes.
Ballot Return Statistics (Statewide)
In-Person Services
We are located in Suite 103 of the Whatcom County Courthouse (311 Grand Avenue in Bellingham). You can register to vote, update your registration, get a replacement ballot. If possible, please call or email before you visit, we may save you a trip!
Voters requiring assistance: Registration and voting aids are available. An accessible voting unit (AVU) is equipped with visual and audio technology. Voters requiring assistance can vote on the AVU starting July 16.
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Tuesday, August 5, 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Registration Deadlines | |
| Monday, July 28 | Voter registration and address changes online or by mail must be received at the Whatcom County Auditor's Office by July 28. |
| July 29 through August 5 | Visit our office in person to register to vote or change your address by 8:00 pm sharp on August 5. |
| View information on registering to vote | |
Returning Your Ballot | |
| By Drop Box | The drop boxes will open July 16 and close at 8:00 pm sharp on August 5. No stamp needed. View Interactive Drop Box Location Map |
| By Mail | No stamp needed. Ballots must be postmarked by August 5. |
What's on the Ballot | |
| Districts Included | Whatcom County Council District 2 and 3, Port of Bellingham Commissioner District 2, City of Blaine Ward 2, City of Sumas, Sedro-Woolley School District 101, South Whatcom Fire Authority, Hospital District 304, Point Roberts Public Hospital District, and Whatcom County Rural Library District. |
| Ballot Measures | District Resolutions |
| Sample Ballot | PDF A Sample Ballot shows all the contests in the election. Not all contests will be on your ballot. To view a list of districts in which you are eligible to vote in, visit VoteWA.gov |
| Voters' Guide | Online Voters Guide Whatcom County Official Local Voters' Pamphlet |
Audits | |
| Logic & Accuracy Test | Accessible Voting Units: July 15 at 2:00 pm Tabulation Equipment: July 15 at 2:00 pm |
| Manual Hand Count | August 7 at 10:00 am |
| Risk Limiting Audit | August 12 at 9:00 am (subject to change) |
Canvassing Board | |
| Challenged Ballot Review | August 18 at 10:00 am |
| Certification | August 19 at 10:00 am |