GITNUXREPORT 2026

Latino Voting Statistics

Latino voters had record high turnout but show shifting political preferences.

Rajesh Patel

Team Lead & Senior Researcher with over 15 years of experience in market research and data analytics.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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In 2020, 36% of Latino voters nationwide were foreign-born, concentrated in growth states

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Latinos make up 13% of eligible voters in 2024, projected to 15% by 2028

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64% of Latino eligible voters are U.S.-born in 2022, up from 58% in 2012

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Mexican-origin Latinos comprise 62% of the Latino electorate, followed by Puerto Ricans 10%

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Median age of Latino voters is 44 in 2020, younger than non-Hispanic whites at 52

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22% of Latino eligible voters have college degrees, vs 36% non-Hispanic whites in 2022

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Latino women are 52% of the Latino electorate in 2024

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In battleground states, Latinos are 20% of eligible voters in Arizona, 19% Nevada 2024

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Urban Latinos 58% of electorate, suburban 28%, rural 14% in 2020

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Homeownership among Latino voters 49% in 2022, up from 45% in 2016

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35% of Latino voters have incomes under $50k, 25% over $100k in 2022 surveys

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Cuban-Americans 6% of national Latino voters but 36% in Florida

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Puerto Ricans 9% nationally, concentrated in PA, NY, FL at higher shares

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Salvadorans now 5% of Latino electorate, growing in DC, TX, CA

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18-29 year olds 28% of Latino voters in 2020, vs 13% non-Hispanic whites

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Seniors (65+) 14% of Latino electorate, growing rapidly

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Evangelical Latinos 25% of voters, Catholic 52%, unaffiliated 18% in 2020

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Married Latinos 55% of voters, singles 45% in 2022

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Union household Latinos 18% of electorate, higher Dem lean

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Military veteran Latinos 8% of voters

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In Texas, 40% of eligible voters are Latino in 2024

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Florida Latinos 27% of electorate, up from 18% in 2012

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45% of Latino voters prioritize economy/jobs in 2024 polls

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Immigration ranks 3rd for Latinos at 28% top issue in 2024, behind economy and healthcare

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52% of Latinos cite inflation/cost of living as top concern in 2022 midterms

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Crime/public safety rose to 35% priority for Latino GOP voters in 2022

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Education/school choice supported by 48% of Latino parents voters in 2022

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Abortion 22% top issue for Latinas post-Roe, up from 12% in 2020

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Climate change 18% priority, higher among young Latinos at 32%

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Gun violence 25% concern in urban Latino communities 2024

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Healthcare access 40% top issue for uninsured Latinos (20% of pop)

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Housing affordability 37% priority in CA/TX Latino voters 2024

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55% Latinos support pathway to citizenship, influences Dem preference

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Border security 42% priority for Latino Republicans

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Small business support 31% key for entrepreneur Latinos

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COVID response dissatisfaction 28% retroactive influence on 2022 vote

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Student debt relief 24% priority for college Latinos

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Social Security/Medicare 35% for seniors

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Energy independence 29% concern amid gas prices

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Mental health 22% rising issue post-pandemic

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Infrastructure/jobs 41% from Biden bill influence

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Foreign policy/Latin America ties 15% niche priority

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In 2020, 59% of Latino registered voters supported Biden, down from 66% for Clinton in 2016

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Latino support for Democrats fell to 57% in 2022 midterms from 63% in 2020, per exit polls

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In Florida 2022, 58% of Latinos voted Republican, led by Cuban-Americans at 67%

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Texas Latinos gave 55% to Democrats in 2020, but only 52% in 2022 governor's race

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Among young Latino men (18-29), Republican support rose to 41% in 2022 from 32% in 2020

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Puerto Ricans supported Democrats at 61% in 2020 Pennsylvania, but 54% in 2022

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Mexican-Americans in Arizona backed Biden 58% in 2020, down to 53% for Kelly in 2022 Senate

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45% of Latino evangelicals voted Republican in 2020, up from 38% in 2016

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In Nevada 2020, Latinos voted 56% Democrat, pivotal for Biden win

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California Latinos 68% Democrat in 2020, stable but with GOP gains among working-class

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2024 New Hampshire primary saw 35% Latino GOP support, unusual shift

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Among naturalized Latinos, 62% Democrat lean in 2022, vs 55% U.S.-born

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Latino women supported Democrats 64% in 2020, dropping to 59% in 2022

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College-educated Latinos 65% Democrat in 2022, non-college 52%

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In 2008, 67% of Latinos voted for Obama (Dem), highest on record

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2012 saw 71% Latino support for Obama

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2004 Bush gained 40% Latino vote, up from 31% in 2000

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Cuban-Americans 52% Republican in 2020, vs 35% for all Latinos

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Mexican-Americans 63% Democrat in 2020

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South Americans (Venezuelan/Colombian) 48% GOP in Florida 2022

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Latino independents split 48% Dem 45% GOP in 2022

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In 2022 Nevada Senate, Latinos 54% for Dem Cortez Masto

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Georgia Latinos 60% Dem in 2022 Senate runoff

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39% of Latinos identified as Democrats in 2023, down from 45% in 2016

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Republican ID among Latinos rose to 28% in 2023 from 20% in 2016

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Latino registered voters are 37% Democrat, 26% Republican, 33% independent in 2024 polls

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In the 2020 presidential election, Latino voter turnout reached 53.7% of eligible Latino voters nationwide, up from 47.0% in 2016

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Latino eligible voter turnout in battleground states like Arizona was 57.0% in 2020, compared to 50.4% nationally for non-Latinos

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Among Latino citizens aged 18-29, turnout was 51.4% in 2020, a 16-point increase from 2016's 35.4%

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In Florida, Latino turnout among eligible voters hit 60.2% in 2020, driven by Cuban-American voters at 65.1%

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Texas Latino turnout rose to 52.9% in 2020 from 46.5% in 2016, with South Texas border counties seeing 48.7% participation

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Nevada's Latino eligible voter turnout was 55.3% in 2020, contributing to Biden's narrow win, up 12% from 2016

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California's Latino turnout lagged at 49.2% in 2020 despite population size, compared to 58.4% for non-Hispanic whites

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In 2018 midterms, Latino turnout was 50.4% nationally, highest for midterms on record

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Puerto Rican turnout in Pennsylvania reached 58.1% in 2020, pivotal in key counties like Allentown

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Mexican-American turnout in Arizona's 2020 election was 59.2%, boosted by youth mobilization

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Among naturalized Latino citizens, turnout was 61.5% in 2020, higher than U.S.-born Latinos at 52.3%

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In 2022 midterms, Latino turnout dropped to 47.2% nationally, down from 2020 peaks

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New Mexico's Latino turnout was 62.4% in 2020, highest among states with large Latino populations

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Colorado Latino eligible turnout hit 56.8% in 2020, with gains in suburban areas

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In Georgia's 2020 election, Latino turnout surged 25% to 53.1% in Latino-heavy counties

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Illinois Latino turnout was 51.7% in 2020, with Chicago's Puerto Rican communities at 54.2%

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Michigan's small Latino population saw 49.8% turnout in 2020, up significantly from 2016

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North Carolina Latino turnout reached 52.3% in 2020, key in urban areas like Charlotte

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Virginia's Latino turnout was 54.9% in 2020, driven by Northern Virginia growth

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Wisconsin Latino turnout in Milwaukee hit 50.6% in 2020, influencing close margins

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In 2008, Latino turnout was 49.9% nationally, peaking under Obama mobilization

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2012 Latino turnout dipped to 48.0%, still crucial in swing states

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2004 Latino turnout was 44.6%, with strong gains in Florida and Nevada

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Among Latino women, turnout was 55.2% in 2020, higher than Latino men at 52.1%

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College-educated Latinos had 58.7% turnout in 2020 vs. 50.4% for non-college

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Rural Latino turnout was 48.3% in 2020, lower than urban 54.1%

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First-time Latino voters turnout was 62.1% in 2020 post-naturalization

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In 2024 primaries, Latino turnout in California was 28.4% of eligible

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Latino youth (18-24) turnout in Texas 2022 midterms was 38.2%

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Overall Latino turnout in 2022 dropped 6.5 points from 2020 to 47.2%

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As the 2020 election results came in, a powerful force emerged: Latino voter turnout soared to a record-breaking 53.7% nationwide, shattering expectations and reshaping the political landscape in key battleground states.

Key Takeaways

In the 2020 presidential election, Latino voter turnout reached 53.7% of eligible Latino voters nationwide, up from 47.0% in 2016
Latino eligible voter turnout in battleground states like Arizona was 57.0% in 2020, compared to 50.4% nationally for non-Latinos
Among Latino citizens aged 18-29, turnout was 51.4% in 2020, a 16-point increase from 2016's 35.4%
In 2020, 59% of Latino registered voters supported Biden, down from 66% for Clinton in 2016
Latino support for Democrats fell to 57% in 2022 midterms from 63% in 2020, per exit polls
In Florida 2022, 58% of Latinos voted Republican, led by Cuban-Americans at 67%
In 2020, 36% of Latino voters nationwide were foreign-born, concentrated in growth states
Latinos make up 13% of eligible voters in 2024, projected to 15% by 2028
64% of Latino eligible voters are U.S.-born in 2022, up from 58% in 2012
45% of Latino voters prioritize economy/jobs in 2024 polls
Immigration ranks 3rd for Latinos at 28% top issue in 2024, behind economy and healthcare
52% of Latinos cite inflation/cost of living as top concern in 2022 midterms

Latino voters had record high turnout but show shifting political preferences.

Demographic Profiles

In 2020, 36% of Latino voters nationwide were foreign-born, concentrated in growth states
Latinos make up 13% of eligible voters in 2024, projected to 15% by 2028
64% of Latino eligible voters are U.S.-born in 2022, up from 58% in 2012
Mexican-origin Latinos comprise 62% of the Latino electorate, followed by Puerto Ricans 10%
Median age of Latino voters is 44 in 2020, younger than non-Hispanic whites at 52
22% of Latino eligible voters have college degrees, vs 36% non-Hispanic whites in 2022
Latino women are 52% of the Latino electorate in 2024
In battleground states, Latinos are 20% of eligible voters in Arizona, 19% Nevada 2024
Urban Latinos 58% of electorate, suburban 28%, rural 14% in 2020
Homeownership among Latino voters 49% in 2022, up from 45% in 2016
35% of Latino voters have incomes under $50k, 25% over $100k in 2022 surveys
Cuban-Americans 6% of national Latino voters but 36% in Florida
Puerto Ricans 9% nationally, concentrated in PA, NY, FL at higher shares
Salvadorans now 5% of Latino electorate, growing in DC, TX, CA
18-29 year olds 28% of Latino voters in 2020, vs 13% non-Hispanic whites
Seniors (65+) 14% of Latino electorate, growing rapidly
Evangelical Latinos 25% of voters, Catholic 52%, unaffiliated 18% in 2020
Married Latinos 55% of voters, singles 45% in 2022
Union household Latinos 18% of electorate, higher Dem lean
Military veteran Latinos 8% of voters
In Texas, 40% of eligible voters are Latino in 2024
Florida Latinos 27% of electorate, up from 18% in 2012

Demographic Profiles Interpretation

The Latino electorate is a young, fast-growing, and increasingly homegrown powerhouse, where the American Dream's complex math—balancing lower college degrees with rising homeownership, diverse origins with shared political weight, and deep faith with economic hustle—is being recalculated in every battleground suburb and city.

Issue Priorities and Influences

45% of Latino voters prioritize economy/jobs in 2024 polls
Immigration ranks 3rd for Latinos at 28% top issue in 2024, behind economy and healthcare
52% of Latinos cite inflation/cost of living as top concern in 2022 midterms
Crime/public safety rose to 35% priority for Latino GOP voters in 2022
Education/school choice supported by 48% of Latino parents voters in 2022
Abortion 22% top issue for Latinas post-Roe, up from 12% in 2020
Climate change 18% priority, higher among young Latinos at 32%
Gun violence 25% concern in urban Latino communities 2024
Healthcare access 40% top issue for uninsured Latinos (20% of pop)
Housing affordability 37% priority in CA/TX Latino voters 2024
55% Latinos support pathway to citizenship, influences Dem preference
Border security 42% priority for Latino Republicans
Small business support 31% key for entrepreneur Latinos
COVID response dissatisfaction 28% retroactive influence on 2022 vote
Student debt relief 24% priority for college Latinos
Social Security/Medicare 35% for seniors
Energy independence 29% concern amid gas prices
Mental health 22% rising issue post-pandemic
Infrastructure/jobs 41% from Biden bill influence
Foreign policy/Latin America ties 15% niche priority

Issue Priorities and Influences Interpretation

Latino voters, in a refreshingly pragmatic display, are telling politicians to fix the kitchen table economics first, but they’ll be watching the whole house—from the healthcare in the bedroom to the immigration papers in the home office—with a keen eye on whether you actually deliver.

Party Affiliation and Support

In 2020, 59% of Latino registered voters supported Biden, down from 66% for Clinton in 2016
Latino support for Democrats fell to 57% in 2022 midterms from 63% in 2020, per exit polls
In Florida 2022, 58% of Latinos voted Republican, led by Cuban-Americans at 67%
Texas Latinos gave 55% to Democrats in 2020, but only 52% in 2022 governor's race
Among young Latino men (18-29), Republican support rose to 41% in 2022 from 32% in 2020
Puerto Ricans supported Democrats at 61% in 2020 Pennsylvania, but 54% in 2022
Mexican-Americans in Arizona backed Biden 58% in 2020, down to 53% for Kelly in 2022 Senate
45% of Latino evangelicals voted Republican in 2020, up from 38% in 2016
In Nevada 2020, Latinos voted 56% Democrat, pivotal for Biden win
California Latinos 68% Democrat in 2020, stable but with GOP gains among working-class
2024 New Hampshire primary saw 35% Latino GOP support, unusual shift
Among naturalized Latinos, 62% Democrat lean in 2022, vs 55% U.S.-born
Latino women supported Democrats 64% in 2020, dropping to 59% in 2022
College-educated Latinos 65% Democrat in 2022, non-college 52%
In 2008, 67% of Latinos voted for Obama (Dem), highest on record
2012 saw 71% Latino support for Obama
2004 Bush gained 40% Latino vote, up from 31% in 2000
Cuban-Americans 52% Republican in 2020, vs 35% for all Latinos
Mexican-Americans 63% Democrat in 2020
South Americans (Venezuelan/Colombian) 48% GOP in Florida 2022
Latino independents split 48% Dem 45% GOP in 2022
In 2022 Nevada Senate, Latinos 54% for Dem Cortez Masto
Georgia Latinos 60% Dem in 2022 Senate runoff
39% of Latinos identified as Democrats in 2023, down from 45% in 2016
Republican ID among Latinos rose to 28% in 2023 from 20% in 2016
Latino registered voters are 37% Democrat, 26% Republican, 33% independent in 2024 polls

Party Affiliation and Support Interpretation

While Democrats nervously clutch their maracas hoping for a generational loyalist bloc, the increasingly diverse and pragmatic Latino electorate is shaking its collective head, subtly shifting from a leaning monolith into a decisive—and thoroughly unpredictable—swing vote.

Turnout Rates

In the 2020 presidential election, Latino voter turnout reached 53.7% of eligible Latino voters nationwide, up from 47.0% in 2016
Latino eligible voter turnout in battleground states like Arizona was 57.0% in 2020, compared to 50.4% nationally for non-Latinos
Among Latino citizens aged 18-29, turnout was 51.4% in 2020, a 16-point increase from 2016's 35.4%
In Florida, Latino turnout among eligible voters hit 60.2% in 2020, driven by Cuban-American voters at 65.1%
Texas Latino turnout rose to 52.9% in 2020 from 46.5% in 2016, with South Texas border counties seeing 48.7% participation
Nevada's Latino eligible voter turnout was 55.3% in 2020, contributing to Biden's narrow win, up 12% from 2016
California's Latino turnout lagged at 49.2% in 2020 despite population size, compared to 58.4% for non-Hispanic whites
In 2018 midterms, Latino turnout was 50.4% nationally, highest for midterms on record
Puerto Rican turnout in Pennsylvania reached 58.1% in 2020, pivotal in key counties like Allentown
Mexican-American turnout in Arizona's 2020 election was 59.2%, boosted by youth mobilization
Among naturalized Latino citizens, turnout was 61.5% in 2020, higher than U.S.-born Latinos at 52.3%
In 2022 midterms, Latino turnout dropped to 47.2% nationally, down from 2020 peaks
New Mexico's Latino turnout was 62.4% in 2020, highest among states with large Latino populations
Colorado Latino eligible turnout hit 56.8% in 2020, with gains in suburban areas
In Georgia's 2020 election, Latino turnout surged 25% to 53.1% in Latino-heavy counties
Illinois Latino turnout was 51.7% in 2020, with Chicago's Puerto Rican communities at 54.2%
Michigan's small Latino population saw 49.8% turnout in 2020, up significantly from 2016
North Carolina Latino turnout reached 52.3% in 2020, key in urban areas like Charlotte
Virginia's Latino turnout was 54.9% in 2020, driven by Northern Virginia growth
Wisconsin Latino turnout in Milwaukee hit 50.6% in 2020, influencing close margins
In 2008, Latino turnout was 49.9% nationally, peaking under Obama mobilization
2012 Latino turnout dipped to 48.0%, still crucial in swing states
2004 Latino turnout was 44.6%, with strong gains in Florida and Nevada
Among Latino women, turnout was 55.2% in 2020, higher than Latino men at 52.1%
College-educated Latinos had 58.7% turnout in 2020 vs. 50.4% for non-college
Rural Latino turnout was 48.3% in 2020, lower than urban 54.1%
First-time Latino voters turnout was 62.1% in 2020 post-naturalization
In 2024 primaries, Latino turnout in California was 28.4% of eligible
Latino youth (18-24) turnout in Texas 2022 midterms was 38.2%
Overall Latino turnout in 2022 dropped 6.5 points from 2020 to 47.2%

Turnout Rates Interpretation

While often treated as a monolith by political strategists, the Latino electorate in America is a vibrant and decisive mosaic, rising sharply in key battlegrounds yet still fighting against a persistent enthusiasm gap, proving that when mobilized, they don't just vote—they sway entire elections.

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