By the Numbers
At the local level, voting is how individual voices shape the community we all share. Decisions about growth, schools, public safety, infrastructure, and local leadership directly affect daily life in Nampa and those decisions are influenced by who participates.
In Canyon County, an estimated 40% of eligible voters are not registered to vote. When eligible residents aren’t registered or choose to not vote, their perspectives and priorities are left out of local decision-making, weakening representation and limiting the community’s collective voice.
2C Values believes that informed participation strengthens representation. When residents vote, they help ensure that community priorities, shared values, and local perspectives are reflected in the decisions being made on their behalf. Every ballot is a way to be counted, to be heard, and to take part in preserving and improving the quality of life in our community.
Canyon County – May 2024 Primary Election Snapshot
24.4%
Voter Turnout
111,879
Registered Voters
17%
Estimated turnout among eligible voters
“One thing we consistently see is that primary elections have the lowest turnout, yet often have the biggest impact. In many races, the primary determines who will ultimately get elected. If you’re looking for the moment when your vote can matter most, this is it.”
– Phil McGrane, Secretary of State
Canyon County – Nov 2024 General Election Snapshot
76.1%
Voter Turnout
134650
Registered Voters
55%
Estimated turnout among eligible voters
*Voter Turnout: refers to the percentage of registered voters who cast a ballot in an election.
*Eligible Voter: a Canyon County resident who meets the legal requirements to vote but may or may not be registered.
*data analyzed from voteidaho.gov
“I vote because it’s how I take part in shaping Nampa’s future. It’s my way of saying I care about where we’re growing, what we protect, and how decisions affect real people. Using my voice has made me feel connected to what happens here.”
– Nampa Resident
