Will New Jersey vote Republican or Democratic in 2028?
Probably Democratic. New Jersey is reliably a Democratic-leaning state, which we rate Safe Democratic for 2028. Barring a large national shift, its 14 electoral votes are expected to go to the Democratic nominee again - though the 2028 candidates have not yet been set.
Is New Jersey a swing state in 2028? No - New Jersey is not a 2028 swing state. It is rated Safe Democratic and is not a top battleground.
New Jersey at a glance
- Electoral votes14
- 2028 ratingSafe Democratic
- RegionNortheast
- CapitalTrenton
- 2024 resultHarris (D)
- 2020 resultBiden (D)
- 2016 resultClinton (D)
How New Jersey fits the 2028 map
New Jersey has voted Democratic in each of the last three presidential elections, and we rate it Safe Democratic for 2028.
New Jersey's 14 electoral votes are an important part of its party's base in the race to 270.
See the full picture on the 2028 electoral map and swing-state guide.
Voting in New Jersey in 2028
Whatever New Jersey does in November, you have to be registered first - and the rules are set by New Jersey, not by Washington. Here is what applies here.
- Registration deadline21 days before Election Day
- Register onlineYes
- Same-day registrationNo
- Automatic registrationYes, at the DMV
- ID at the pollsNo document
Register to vote in New Jersey (official vote.gov) - full New Jersey registration guide
New Jersey 2028: frequently asked questions
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