Monroe County Voter Rolls Show Republican Plurality, Large Unaffiliated Group

The Monroe County Supervisor of Elections posted updated voter registration totals on Jan. 5, 2026, showing 54,117 active registered voters across the county. Republicans account for 24,733 voters, Democrats for 14,759, and 14,625 voters are registered in other parties or with no party affiliation. Republicans represent roughly 45.7 percent of the county roll, while Democrats make up about 27.3 percent and unaffiliated or other-party voters about 27.0 percent.

These figures carry immediate implications for local and state races. The Republican plurality means GOP candidates begin with an enrollment advantage, but the nearly equal share of unaffiliated voters gives campaigns an incentive to focus on turnout and persuasion rather than relying solely on base mobilization. In close local contests or low-turnout elections, the choices of unaffiliated voters can determine outcomes and influence the policy priorities that elected officials pursue.

Institutionally, the Supervisor of Elections maintains voter services across three county offices in Key West, Marathon and Key Largo and posts resources on vote-by-mail procedures, office addresses and contact numbers. The office notes that those locations were closed for the holidays Dec. 24–28, 2025 and Dec. 31, 2025–Jan. 4, 2026. Office closures during peak holiday windows can affect residents attempting to register, update information, or request mail ballots, underscoring the need for clear communications and accessible hours ahead of key election deadlines.

For civic engagement, the data highlights two priorities. First, outreach to unaffiliated voters is essential for shaping electoral outcomes and ensuring that a large portion of the electorate is informed about ballot measures, candidate forums and registration deadlines. Second, election administrators and local leaders must ensure that operational decisions, including office hours and public information on vote-by-mail, do not create barriers to participation.

Voters should consult the Monroe County Supervisor of Elections for current vote-by-mail instructions, office locations and contact information to confirm deadlines and services. As campaigns organize for the coming election cycles, the composition of the voter rolls in Monroe County will be a central factor in strategy, turnout efforts and policy debates at the local level.