Unofficial election results indicate that Collin County saw a significant increase in voter participation during the recent primary elections, with turnout reaching record levels.

According to early figures, about 26% of the county’s 760,111 registered voters cast ballots in the primaries. Of those voters, roughly 51% participated in the Republican primary, while 49% voted in the Democratic primary.

The turnout represents a noticeable increase compared to the 2024 primary election, when about 19% of the county’s 717,135 registered voters took part. In that election cycle, approximately 74% of voters participated in the Republican primary, while about 26% voted in the Democratic primary.

Michael Slaughter, a Republican candidate running unopposed for Collin County commissioner, commented on the turnout during early voting in a Facebook post, noting that participation between the two parties appeared closer than expected.

“If we want to continue to keep Collin County strong and ensure we are positioned well for the fights that are coming in future elections, it starts with showing up now,” Slaughter wrote. “Primary turnout sets the tone.”

Collin County has historically leaned Republican and is home to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. However, recent elections have shown some shifts in the local political landscape. In 2022, Rep. Mihaela Plesa became the first Democrat elected to the Texas House from Collin County in three decades.

If necessary, primary runoff elections are scheduled for May 26.