RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina’s voter registration data show Democrats holding a razor-thin lead over Republicans heading into the 2026 midterm elections, according to the State Board of Elections. As of Saturday, Democrats outnumber Republicans by just 6,115 voters — a margin of only 0.08 percent — out of more than 7.6 million registered statewide.
Democrats currently make up 30.4 percent of registered voters, Republicans 30.3 percent, and unaffiliated voters continue to grow rapidly, now accounting for 38.7 percent of the electorate. The unaffiliated bloc is expected to surpass 3 million voters soon, reflecting the state’s ongoing trend toward political independence.
Once a Democratic stronghold, North Carolina has steadily shifted over the past two decades. Sixteen years ago, Democrats dominated the state legislature and held eight of ten Council of State offices. Today, Republicans control both legislative chambers and split the Council of State 5–5.
The data underscore North Carolina’s status as a key battleground state, often swinging between parties in national and statewide contests. With municipal elections underway in 91 counties and congressional redistricting battles continuing, the registration gap may play a decisive role in shaping 2026 outcomes.
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North Carolina State Board of Elections – Unrated
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North Carolina General Assembly Library – Unrated
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