USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau
Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 17,959 were male, constituting 50.6%, and 17,526 were female, making up 49.4%.
The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Polk County during 2021 was higher than the state average, which stands at 78%.
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 Polk County.
| Demographic Group | Estimated Total | Percent of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| Males 18 and over | 17,959 | 40.1% |
| Females 18 and over | 17,526 | 39.1% |
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