Quantcast

NW Kentucky News

Saturday, November 23, 2024

Census Bureau: 76.2% of people in Ohio County were old enough to vote in 2021

Webp ditaskatague1500x1875editado

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 23,861 citizens living in Ohio County in 2021, 76.2% were old enough to vote, equating to 18,174 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 9,040 were male, constituting 49.7%, and 9,134 were female, making up 50.3%.

The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Ohio County during 2021 was lower than the state average, which stands at 77.3%.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau’s American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed. These funds significantly influence community services, education, and infrastructure in areas like Ohio County.

Percentage of Citizens Old Enough to Vote by Gender in Ohio County
Demographic GroupEstimated TotalPercent of Total Population
Males 18 and over9,04037.9%
Females 18 and over9,13438.3%
Source: US Census Bureau

!RECEIVE ALERTS

The next time we write about any of these orgs, we’ll email you a link to the story. You may edit your settings or unsubscribe at any time.
Sign-up

DONATE

Help support the Metric Media Foundation's mission to restore community based news.
Donate