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78.4% of Richland County residents old enough to vote in 2021

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USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

Of the 414,719 citizens living in Richland County in 2021, 78.4% were old enough to vote, equating to 324,937 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 155,265 were male, constituting 47.8%, and 169,672 were female, making up 52.2%.

The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Richland County during 2021 was higher than the state average, which stands at 78.1%.

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 Richland County.

Percentage of Citizens Old Enough to Vote by Gender in Richland County
Demographic GroupEstimated TotalPercent of Total Population
Males 18 and over155,26537.4%
Females 18 and over169,67240.9%
Source: US Census Bureau

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St. Andrews• Lake Murray of Richland• Hopkins• City of Forest Acres• Gadsden• Town of Eastover• Dentsville• Woodfield• Town of Arcadia Lakes

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