Women made up about 33% of state legislators—or 2,451—in 2023, the highest percentage in the nation’s history.
The rise in female representation after the 2022 elections is part of a steady increase over the preceding four years, starting in 2018 when women represented 25% of legislative bodies.
The map shows the percentage of female legislators by state. Click on a state to see the total percentage of women in that legislature.
Click here for information on female legislative leaders in 2022.
Note: The research is subject to human error and may reflect discrepancies due to legislative vacancies. Information is subject to change throughout the year due to resignations, appointments and special elections.