Minnesota expected to retain No. 1 ranking in U.S. presidential voter turnout
Early and unofficial results recorded by the University of Florida’s Election Lab and secretary of state’s offices show Minnesota could take the No. 1 spot for voter turnout once again. Minnesota has held the No. 1 spot for voter turnout in every presidential election since 2008, according to data from the Minnesota Secretary of State’s Office.
Minnesota voter turnout estimated below 2020 record
So far, the Minnesota Secretary of State says early results put Minnesota at about 76 percent turnout. That number is higher than the 2016 presidential election, when 74.72 percent of Minnesota voters cast a ballot, but below the record set in 2020 when the state saw a nearly 80 percent (79.96 percent) turnout.
Minnesota election turnout could lead U.S. again
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota’s voter turnout could be the highest in the U.S. again this year. Turnout in the state is currently estimated at just under 76%. Four other states currently report a turnout of over 72%, including Wisconsin and Michigan. Minnesota has had the highest voter turnout in each presidential election since 2008.
Secretary of State Steve Simon: Minnesota vote was ‘high turnout, low drama’
Simon said he's confident in the vote results. He also said Minnesota election turnout was lower than in 2020.
Opinion
Minnesota may again be top state in voter turnout
Publisher’s Perspective By Tim Douglas, Publisher Minnesota came out of last Tuesday’s general election with an estimated voter turnout of 75.9%, higher than initial reports and projections from every other state.
Voter Turnout Down, Recounts Expected
The Minnesota Secretary of State's office says early estimates indicate a turnout of around 76 percent for the 2024 election. That exceeds the 2016 turnout of 74.72 percent, but it falls short of the record-making voter turnout of 79.96 percent in 2020.
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Minnesota set to remain leader in US voter turnout, early data shows
Initial numbers from across the United States indicate Minnesota could be the top state for voter turnout once again
Minnesota’s initial voter turnout estimates appear lower than 2020 general election
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Minnesotans head to the polls despite rain to vote in national, local elections
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Report: Young Minnesota voters preferred Harris less than Biden
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Hoping for ‘high turnout and low drama’ on Nov. 5, Minnesota secretary of state says
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Our View: Election: Voting had high turnout, low drama
While Minnesota’s voter turnout was slightly lower this year than in 2020, it was nevertheless high at around 76% and likely the highest rate in the country. That’s the assessment of Minnesota ...
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Nobles County Auditor pleased with election process, voter turnout
Nobles County Auditor-Treasurer Joyce Jacobs said she was delighted with voter turnout in Nobles County.