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75.2% of Alaska residents old enough to vote in 2021

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Alaska Lt. Governor Nancy Dahlstrom | ltgov.alaska.gov

Alaska Lt. Governor Nancy Dahlstrom | ltgov.alaska.gov

Of the 735,951 citizens living in Alaska in 2021, 75.2% were old enough to vote, equating to 553,217 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 290,943 were male, constituting 52.6%, and 262,274 were female, making up 47.4%.

The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Alaska 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 Alaska.

Percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Alaska
Population SegmentEstimated TotalPercent of Total Population
Males 18 and over290,94339.5%
Females 18 and over262,27435.6%
Source: US Census Bureau

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