COLUMBUS, Ohio — Officials say more poll workers are needed ahead of the May 3 primary. According to the Secretary of State’s Office, the minimum number of poll workers required in Ohio is around 30,295. Several counties in the region have already met the required number needed for the current election cycle. Among those are Ross, Pickaway, Fayette, and Scioto counties.
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose set a state goal this year of 34,856 workers. Currently, 60 of Ohio’s 88 counties have met the state’s minimum.
Across the Buckeye State, an estimated 32,958 residents have already signed up to work the polls, according to Ohio’s Poll Worker Tracker.
“Every election, I am inspired and encouraged by the thousands of Ohioans who embrace this critically important and patriotic service to help fortify our democratic process, “said LaRose.

“To those who have faithfully served as poll workers for years, or in some instances, decades — thank you for all you continue to do. To those who are first-time poll workers — you will soon understand how securely and effectively Ohio’s elections are administered by our outstanding bipartisan professional teams of elections officials. While some counties are still in need of additional workers, Ohio has surpassed its minimum necessary, and I am confident that we will soon reach our targeted goal.”
Ohio citizens that are interested in working the polls can visit the website VoteOhio.gov/DefendDemocracy to learn more. All poll workers in Ohio are compensated for their time.