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NewsFlorida DailyOctober 27, 2026Hillsborough County

University of Florida Election Lab reports early voting statistics for the 2026 midterm election

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Early voting data for the 2026 midterm election shows Democrats leading Republicans nationwide 45.2% to 30.7%, with seniors over 65 comprising the largest voting block at 50.3%. Females are currently outperforming males in early voting 54% to 44.3%, and Non-Hispanic White voters make up nearly 60% of ballots cast.

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Why It Matters

Early voting metrics offer an initial snapshot of demographic and party participation trends ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Key Facts

  • Nationwide early voting shows Democrats leading Republicans 45.2% to 30.7%, with No Party Affiliation (NPA) voters at 24.2%.
  • Seniors over 65 represent the largest age group of early voters at 50.3% of the total vote.
  • Voters aged 41-65 make up 35% of early voters, followed by ages 26-40 at 10.3%, and ages 18-25 at 4.5%.
  • Female voters are outperforming male voters in early turnout, 54% to 44.3%.
  • Non-Hispanic White voters account for nearly 60% of ballots cast, followed by Non-Hispanic Black voters at 28.4%.
  • Hispanic voters account for 2.8% and Non-Hispanic Asian voters account for 2% of early ballots.
  • The University of Florida Election Lab also tracked absentee ballot requests that have not yet been returned.
  • In Florida, absentee counts fluctuate daily when comparing Democratic and Republican voters, with analysts pointing to registered independents breaking toward Democrats.

Who's Mentioned

PersonDave Trotter“Provided YouTube video analysis on voting trends.”locationFlorida“State where absentee ballot counts fluctuate daily and Democratic turnout has im”PersonDonald Trump“President whose administration and party divisions were discussed by podcast hos”PersonEd Dean“Host of the Florida Daily Show.”PersonLindsay Randall“Host of the Florida Daily Show.”OrganizationUniversity of Florida's Election Lab“Compiled and released the early voting data.”PersonMatt O'Hern“Editor of New South Politics.”