Government & Politics
Elections, political makeup, public policy, and civic structure by state.
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Electoral Votes by State
California has the most electoral votes with 54, while several states and Washington, D.C. have the minimum of three.
Gun Ownership Rate by State
Wyoming has the highest adult gun ownership rate at 66.3%, while Hawaii has the lowest at 9.7%.
Original 13 Colonies
The original 13 colonies were founded between 1607 and 1732 and later became the first states to ratify the U.S. Constitution.
Police Officers Per Capita by State
New Jersey has the most sworn police officers per 10,000 residents at 39.2, while Oregon has the fewest at 12.9.
Red States, Blue States, and Swing States
24 states voted solidly Republican and 13 solidly Democratic in 2024. Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin are the closest swing states.
50 States in Order of Statehood
The 50 U.S. states joined the Union from Delaware in 1787 to Hawaii in 1959, with each state listed by admission date.
Voter Turnout by State
Minnesota had the highest voter turnout in 2024 at 77.4% of eligible voters, while Hawaii had the lowest at 47.5%.
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