April 14, 2024 - Sacramento, Calif. – Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. has certified the results of the California March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election. Among the results:
· 7,719,218 Californians voted
· 6,841,984 VBM ballots cast
· 877,234 Ballots cast at voting location
· 34.96% of the registered voters cast ballots
Click here to view the complete Statement of the Vote.
I am pleased to continue the transparency of data relating to California’s elections by releasing the March 5, 2024, Statement of Vote," said California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. "The data demonstrates how every vote matters and I encourage those eligible to register to vote to do so, to educate themselves about the candidates and measures, and to vote in the November 5, 2024, General Election.”
Historical Comparison of California Presidential Primary Elections
| Year | 2024 | 2020 | 2016 | 2012 | 2008 | 2004 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Votes Cast | 7,719,218 | 9,687,076 | 8,548,301 | 5,328,296 | 9,068,415 | 6,684,421 |
| Turnout % of Registered Voters | 34.96% | 46.89% | 47.72% | 31.06% | 57.71% | 44.29% |
| Turnout % of Eligible Voting Age Population | 28.98% | 38.36% | 34.49% | 22.47% | 39.52% | 30.54% |
Source: SOS