Number of registered voters in the United States 1996-2018
Number of registered voters in the United States from 1996 to 2018 (in millions)
In 2018, there were 153.07 million people registered to vote in the United States. Although this was an increase from 1996, when 127.66 million people were registered to vote, it’s lower than the peak of 157.6 million registered voters in 2016.
Voting requirements
While voting laws differ from state to state, the basic requirements are the same across the entire country. People are allowed to vote in elections in the United States if they are a U.S. citizen, meet their state’s residency requirements, are at least 18 years old before Election Day, and are registered to vote before the registration deadline.
Vote early and often
Generally, younger people are not registered to vote at the same rate as older individuals. Additionally, young people tend not to vote as much as older people, particularly in midterm elections. However, in the 2016 presidential election, a significant number of people across all age groups voted in the election, resulting in a high voter turnout.
Number of registered voters in the United States from 1996 to 2018 (in millions)
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| Number of registered voters in millions | |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 153.07 |
| 2016 | 157.6 |
| 2014 | 142.17 |
| 2012 | 153.16 |
| 2010 | 137.26 |
| 2008 | 146.31 |
| 2004 | 142.07 |
| 2000 | 129.55 |
| 1996 | 127.66 |
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