Census Bureau: 75.7% of people in Johnson County were old enough to vote in 2021

USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

By Joco Today

Mar 22, 2024

Of the 605,154 citizens living in Johnson County in 2021, 75.7% were old enough to vote, equating to 458,322 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 223,663 were male, constituting 48.8%, and 234,659 were female, making up 51.2%.

The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Johnson County during 2021 was higher than the state average, which stands at 75.6%.

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 Johnson County.

Percentage of Citizens Old Enough to Vote by Gender in Johnson County

Demographic Group	Estimated Total	Percent of Total Population
Males 18 and over	223,663	37%
Females 18 and over	234,659	38.8%

Source: US Census Bureau

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