St. Johns County residents are getting ready to vote on important issues and offices, including the next President of the United States.

Here’s a look at the latest voter registration numbers, including party affiliations.

Current Voter Registration in St. Johns County

As of October 9, here’s how the numbers break down:

• Republicans: 125,708 (54.98%)
• Democrats: 48,654 (21.28%)
• Unaffiliated voters: 47,941
• Minor party voters: 6,312
• Total registered voters: 228,615

How Has Party Affiliation Changed Over Time?

About 20 years ago (October 2003):

• Republicans: 49,621 (53.95%)
• Democrats: 28,797 (31.31%)
• Unaffiliated voters: 13,567

Back in 1995, the numbers were much closer:

• Republicans: 27,452 (48.05%)
• Democrats: 24,509 (42.89%)
• Unaffiliated voters: 5,175

Over the years, the gap between Republicans and Democrats in St. Johns County has grown significantly.

How Does This Compare to Nearby Counties?

• Duval County (Jacksonville area)
  • Democrats: 246,756
  • Republicans: 234,577
  • Unaffiliated: 144,156
• Clay County
  • Republicans: 86,511
  • Democrats: 31,401
  • Unaffiliated: 31,371
• Flagler County
  • Republicans: 47,311
  • Democrats: 23,927
  • Unaffiliated: 21,587
• Putnam County
  • Republicans: 24,659
  • Democrats: 11,518
  • Unaffiliated: 7,503

While St. Johns County has seen a steady rise in Republican voters over the years, other counties, like Duval, still have a close balance between the two major parties.

With Election Day approaching, these numbers will play a key role in shaping local and national races.