In Midwestern Battlegrounds, Biden Performed Best in Counties with a Higher Share of Youth
In four key states, the percentage of support (among voters of all ages) for Joe Biden in counties with low, medium, and high proportions of young people.
| Low Youth Counties | Medium Youth Counties | High Youth Counties | Difference Between "Low" and "High" | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 35% | 42% | 50% | +15 pts |
| Ohio | 28% | 30% | 39% | +11 pts |
| Pennsylvania | 28% | 39% | 42% | +14 pts |
| Wisconsin | 41% | 42% | 47% | +6 pts |
Source: CIRCLE analysis of Census American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2014-2018) and county-level election results as of November 17, 2020.
