Voter turnout is an important measure of citizen engagement, and Spokane’s election season is in full swing. So how are we doing? In last year’s election, 67% of registered voters cast ballots in Spokane County compared to 65% in Washington State.  Over time, Spokane County’s voter turn-out in November elections has consistently mirrored that of the state of Washington, usually exceeding it by 1-2 percentage points.

How will voter turnout look in the general election this November? It typically peaks in presidential election years and hits lows in odd-numbered years when no mayoral races are present. How engaged are we at the ballot box, (er.. envelope)? Check the website after November and we’ll let you know!

View the Voter Turnout in November Elections indicator.