USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau
USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau
Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 26,016 were male, constituting 49.3%, and 26,777 were female, making up 50.7%.
The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Wilkes County during 2021 was higher than the state average, which stands at 77.8%.
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 Wilkes County.
| Demographic Group | Estimated Total | Percent of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| Males 18 and over | 26,016 | 39.2% |
| Females 18 and over | 26,777 | 40.4% |
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