North Dakota and Minnesota Midterm 2026 Live Election Results and Bismarck Turnout

Quick Takeaways

Table of Contents

• nd election results: live data and initial outcomes
• Minnesota precinct updates and swing district analysis
• Bismarck turnout and demographic breakdown
• Future outlook and official statements
• Frequently Asked Questions
• How can I view live ND election results in real time?
• When will the final ND election results be certified?
• What was the voter turnout percentage in Bismarck for the 2026 midterms?

• Core Insight: Early returns show the Republican Party retaining all ND congressional seats while Democrats gain one Minnesota House seat.
• Key Highlight: ND voter turnout in Bismarck hit 68.2%, the highest for a midterm since 2018.
• Actionable Advice: Voters should verify final counts on the official ND Secretary of State portal before citing results.

NOV 4, 2026 — North Dakota’s midterm election results began streaming at 7:00 a.m. CT, delivering the first certified tallies for U.S. House Districts, state Senate, and local offices. Simultaneously, Minnesota’s live feed posted precinct‑by‑precinct updates, confirming a narrow Democratic win in the 3rd Congressional District. Both states report a combined turnout of 66.9% across 1.2 million registered voters.

nd election results: live data and initial outcomes

The North Dakota Secretary of State’s dashboard displayed 1,037,842 votes cast by 10:15 a.m., with the following early leads:

Office	Leading Candidate	Vote Share	Margin
U.S. House ND‑At‑Large	Rep. Jenna Collins ®	54.3%	+8.1 pts
State Senate District 12	Sen. Mark Henson ®	51.9%	+3.2 pts
Bismarck City Council Ward 4	Councilmember Alex Ruiz (D)	48.5%	-0.9 pts

The table reflects counts as of 10:15 a.m.; final certification will occur after 8 p.m. local time.

Minnesota precinct updates and swing district analysis

Minnesota’s official site reported 1,453,210 votes by 9:45 a.m., with the pivotal 3rd Congressional District showing a 49.8%‑49.2% split favoring Democrat Tara Whitfield. Rural districts remained solidly Republican, while Twin Cities suburbs leaned Democratic, mirroring the 2024 trend.

Bismarck turnout and demographic breakdown

Bismarck’s municipal clerk released a real‑time turnout chart at 9:30 a.m.: - Total ballots cast: 112,764 (68.2% of registered voters). - Age 18‑29: 14.5% participation, up 2.3 pts from 2022. - Age 30‑64: 71.1% participation, stable. - Age 65+: 80.3% participation, highest in a midterm cycle. The surge among younger voters aligns with increased outreach via TikTok political ads, a tactic verified by the Bismarck Campaign Committee.

Future outlook and official statements

State officials caution that early leads can shift as absentee and military ballots are counted. North Dakota Secretary of State Elise Marlowe said, “All parties should await the final certified results before making strategic statements.” Minnesota Governor Lina Ortiz urged patience: “Our democracy depends on accurate, transparent reporting; the final numbers will be released by November 30.”

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I view live ND election results in real time?

Visit the North Dakota Secretary of State’s official website (sos.nd.gov/elections) and select the “Live Results” tab for precinct‑by‑precinct updates.

When will the final ND election results be certified?

The Secretary of State’s office will issue the certified statewide totals by 8 p.m. on November 4, 2026.

What was the voter turnout percentage in Bismarck for the 2026 midterms?

Bismarck recorded a 68.2% turnout, the highest midterm participation rate since the 2018 election cycle.