Voter turnout surged in the Harrisburg region compared to the municipal election four years ago and the high-profile state Supreme Court retention question, as well as unhappiness over President Donald Trump’s policies were likely the main drivers.

In Dauphin County, 41.9% of voters came out on Election Day compared to 32.1% in 2021 when there were state and county judge races on the ballot, along with county row offices and local seats.

Nearly 45% of Cumberland County voters cast ballots compared to just under 32% four years ago, while York County saw a nearly 7-point increase. Perry County had 43% turnout with 13,332 ballots cast compared to 10,016 ballots cast in 2021.

Statewide, turnout was about 40% but likely to increase once all votes are counted, said Berwood Yost, director of p

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