Census Bureau: 78.4% of people in New Castle County were old enough to vote in 2021

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

By South New Castle News

Mar 22, 2024

Of the 567,769 citizens living in New Castle County in 2021, 78.4% were old enough to vote, equating to 445,153 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 214,108 were male, constituting 48.1%, and 231,045 were female, making up 51.9%.

The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in New Castle County during 2021 was lower than the state average, which stands at 78.9%.

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 New Castle County.

Percentage of Citizens Old Enough to Vote by Gender in New Castle County

Demographic Group	Estimated Total	Percent of Total Population
Males 18 and over	214,108	37.7%
Females 18 and over	231,045	40.7%

Source: US Census Bureau

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