USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau
Further breakdown reveals that of the voting-eligible population, 88,673 were male, constituting 48.3%, and 94,964 were female, making up 51.7%.
The percentage of citizens old enough to vote in Lafayette Parish during 2021 was lower than the state average, which stands at 76.4%.
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 Lafayette Parish.
| Demographic Group | Estimated Total | Percent of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| Males 18 and over | 88,673 | 36.8% |
| Females 18 and over | 94,964 | 39.4% |
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