Sacramento Standard

Of the 1,571,767 citizens living in Sacramento County in 2021, 76.3% were old enough to vote, equating to 1,199,220 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 582,156 were male, constituting 48.5%, and 617,064 were female, making up 51.5%.

The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Sacramento County during 2021 was lower than the state average, which stands at 77.2%.

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 Sacramento County.

Demographic Group	Estimated Total	Percent of Total Population
Males 18 and over	582,156	37%
Females 18 and over	617,064	39.3%

Source: US Census Bureau