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78% of Virginia residents old enough to vote in 2021

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Lt. Governor Winsome Earle-Sears | ltgov.virginia.gov

Lt. Governor Winsome Earle-Sears | ltgov.virginia.gov

Of the 8,582,479 citizens living in Virginia in 2021, 78% were old enough to vote, equating to 6,689,727 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 3,274,786 were male, constituting 49%, and 3,414,941 were female, making up 51%.

The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Virginia during 2021 was higher than the national average, which stands at 77.5%.

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 Virginia.

Percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Virginia
Population SegmentEstimated TotalPercent of Total Population
Males 18 and over3,274,78638.2%
Females 18 and over3,414,94139.8%
Source: US Census Bureau

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