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Census Bureau: 76.5% of people in Arkansas were old enough to vote in 2021

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Arkansas Lt. Governor Leslie Carol Rutledge | ltgovernor.arkansas.gov

Arkansas Lt. Governor Leslie Carol Rutledge | ltgovernor.arkansas.gov

Of the 3,006,309 citizens living in Arkansas in 2021, 76.5% were old enough to vote, equating to 2,300,524 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 1,120,875 were male, constituting 48.7%, and 1,179,649 were female, making up 51.3%.

The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Arkansas during 2021 was lower 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 Arkansas.

Percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Arkansas
Population SegmentEstimated TotalPercent of Total Population
Males 18 and over1,120,87537.3%
Females 18 and over1,179,64939.2%
Source: US Census Bureau

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