About 88% of eligible Californians are now registered to vote. The last time California topped that figure was in 1940 when it surpassed 96%, an analysis of historic data shows. A large and growing population might make it difficult to keep registration levels high, but some counties show it can be done.
Highest Voter Registration Rate: Marin County 97%
Lowest Registration Rate: Merced County 72%
Highest Voter Registration Rate by County size:
| Small counties | Medium-sized counties | Large counties |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada County 96% | Marin County 97% | Los Angeles County 95% |
Lowest Voter Registration Rate by County Size:
| Small counties | Medium-sized counties | Large counties |
|---|---|---|
| Merced County 72% | Tulare County 75% | San Bernardino County 83% |