Latest U.S. opinion polls

Updated on October 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM ET.

October 2025:

October 2025 LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index

Washington, DC, October 10, 2025 –  The LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index for October 2025 is at 52.9. Fielded from September 19 – 25, 2025, the Index is up 0.5 point from last month.

The index has increased slightly following last month’s decline. However, it continues to sit nearly three points lower than its reading from this time last year.

Ipsos Consumer Tracker

Washington, DC, October 10, 2025 –  The latest wave of the Ipsos Consumer Tracker finds that 69% of Americans say they are spending more on food to cook at home and less on experiences like travel or dining out in the past six months. Notably, those ages 18-34 (76%) and 35-54 (75%) are more likely than their age 55+ counterparts (58%) to report doing this activity.

Looking ahead to the holiday season, about a third of Americans say they say they feel grateful (37%), happy (35%), or excited (32%). On the other hand, 28% report being stressed, and 19% say they are worried. Among those who feel stressed or worried, two in three (65%) cite paying for gifts as a source of concern.

September 2025:

NPR/Ipsos Law Enforcement Poll

Washington, DC, September 27, 2025 –  New NPR/Ipsos polling finds that nearly half of Americans believe that crime in the U.S. has increased in the last year, and a strong majority believe that the level of crime and violence in American cities is unacceptably high.

The poll also finds that a majority of Americans are familiar with recent debate over the deployment of National Guard troops to Americans cities, and that more Americans oppose than support the presence of the National Guard in Washington, D.C. and Memphis, TN.

Washington Post/Ipsos Political Poll

Washington, DC, September 26, 2025 –  Americans trust the Republican Party over the Democratic Party to better handle issues like the economy, immigration and crime, according to a new Washington Post/Ipsos poll. And when it comes to the parties’ ideological positions, 54% describe the Democratic Party as “too liberal,” compared with a somewhat smaller share (49%) who describe the views of the Republican Party as “too conservative.”

Nonetheless, the survey finds that by a 53% to 42% margin, Americans would rather see the next Congress controlled by Democrats to “act as a check on Trump” rather than controlled by Republicans “to support Trump’s agenda.”

Ipsos Consumer Tracker

Washington, DC, September 26, 2025 –  The latest wave of the Ipsos Consumer Tracker finds that 48% of Americans agree that after paying their bills, they do not have money left for the things they want. This is a seven-percentage point increase from May 2025 (41%). In the same vein, 45% now report that they worry about paying all of their bills each month, up five percentage points from May 2025 (40%) and ten percentage points from April 2024 (35%).

The poll also finds that 83% of Americans agree that homeownership is an important part of the American dream, up seven percentage points from December 2024 (76%). Along these lines, 62% agree that the government should have an active role in keeping mortgage rates low.

September Reuters/Ipsos Core Political

Washington, DC, September 24, 2025 –  The September Reuters/Ipsos Core Political Survey shows that Americans view political extremism and threats to democracy as the most important issue facing the nation, following by the economy and corruption. President Trump’s approval rating remains stable, but his disapproval rating is increasing. Most Americans believe the country is headed off on the wrong track.

Q3 2025 MetLife/U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index

Washington, DC, September 23, 2025 –  The Q3 2025 MetLife/U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index is 72.0, up from last quarter’s Index score of 65.2. The current Index score is in line with sentiments from this time last year (71.2). Small businesses are more optimistic about their view of the U.S. economy and their local economies compared to the previous quarter. There is also a slight increase in the number of owners and decision makers that expect to increase revenue in the next year. Notably, more now report being very comfortable with their current cash flow compared to earlier this year. Outlooks around other business expectations and business operations are more stable.

For more information about this study, please click here.

College Board/U.S. Chamber of Commerce 2025 New Hire Readiness Report

Washington, DC, September 19, 2025 –  This survey from College Board and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, conducted by Ipsos, looked at the readiness of new hires to enter the workforce. It sheds light on hiring managers' perceptions of preparedness of entry-level employees across a range of small, mid-sized, and large companies.

The survey results indicate that while the perceived quality and preparedness of entry-level employees is good, there is room for improvement in both areas. Notably, most also agree that most high school students are not prepared to enter the workforce when they graduate. Also, these hiring managers indicate that they do value industry-recognized credentials, but also highly value “soft skills” such as critical thinking and communication.

To read the full report, please click here.

DeFi Education Foundation

Washington, DC, September 18, 2025 –  A new national study from DeFi Education Foundation (DEF), conducted by Ipsos, provides new insights into how Americans, especially in underbanked communities, view the existing U.S. financial system and emerging technologies, like crypto and decentralized finance. The poll, which was conducted on the Ipsos KnowledgePanel and supplemented by in-depth interviews in the Bronx and Queens, New York, show that Americans are frustrated with financial institutions, want greater control over their financial assets and data, and believe that innovations can support affordability, equity, and consumer protection in finance.

Reuters/Ipsos Political Violence Poll

Washington, DC, September 15, 2025 –  An overwhelming share of Americans (90%) say there’s an urgent need for greater unity among Americans, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos survey conducted shortly after the killing of political activist Charlie Kirk. Calls for greater unity span political groups and come at a time when many feel the country is nearing a breaking point in its political divisions.

Americans continue to widely reject violent acts and threats in pursuit of political goals. Overall, 92% disagree that it’s acceptable to use violence to achieve a political goal, including more than nine-in-ten Republicans, Democrats, and independents. The country’s political discourse is seen as one contributor to political violence: 94% of U.S. adults say the way people talk about political issues in the country today encourages acts of violence among Americans.

September 2025 LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index

Washington, DC, September 12, 2025 –  The LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index for September 2025 is at 52.4. Fielded from August 22 – September 2, 2025, the Index is down 1.1 points from last month.

The index has declined following stability the past two months. It now sits nearly three points lower than its reading from this time last year.

Ipsos Consumer Tracker

Washington, DC, September 12, 2025 –  The latest wave of the Ipsos Consumer Tracker finds that 58% of Americans who are familiar with artificial intelligence (AI) have used an AI assisted search program in the past month. Nearly half have used an AI chat program (49%), and 39% have used an AI image generation system.

The poll also finds that 13% of Americans have already started their holiday shopping for the year. A majority report planning to do their shopping in either October (21%) or November (33%).

August 2025:

USA Today/Ipsos Hurricane Katrina Poll

Washington, DC, August 28, 2025 –  Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina exposed critical weaknesses in America's disaster response system, a new USA Today/Ipsos poll reveals overall low public confidence in federal emergency management amidst recent decline in funding for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), among other federal agencies. At the same time, a strong majority of Americans believe services that FEMA provides are very necessary, and most support increasing its budget to support future natural disasters.

August Reuters/Ipsos Core Political

Washington, DC, August 27, 2025 –  According to the August Reuters/Ipsos Core Political survey, Americans express divided views on the most important problem facing the country. The poll indicates that political extremism is the most frequently cited concern, followed by the economy and crime or corruption, though these are mentioned less often. Notably, immigration is no longer ranked among the top three issues. The survey also finds that public perception of the country's direction has remained stable, though it leans pessimistic. President Donald Trump’s approval rating holds strong among Republicans but has weakened among independents.

August 2025 LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index

Washington, DC, August 15, 2025 –  The LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index for August 2025 is at 53.4. Fielded from July 25 – 29, 2025*, the Index is stable (-0.4 point) from last month.

*This month’s fieldwork was completed prior to the tariffs that went into effect on August 1, 2025.

The index has now shown stability in back-to-back months, following six consecutive months of change. However, it remains around two points lower than its reading from this time last year.

Ipsos Consumer Tracker

Washington, DC, August 15, 2025 –  The latest wave of the Ipsos Consumer Tracker finds that 26% of Americans report increasing their net worth since the start of the year. A slim majority (52%) say their net worth is about the same, while 22% say it has decreased.

The poll also finds that 74% of Americans are satisfied with the type of housing they currently live in, while 26% would like to live in a different type of housing. Notably, those under age 55 are more likely to desire a different type of housing.

Axios/Ipsos Smoking Poll

Washington, DC, August 6, 2025 –  A new Ipsos poll offered exclusively to Axios reveals that nearly three-quarters of Americans say advertisements targeting smoking reduction are important. Additionally, a majority of Americans report having seen ads from initiatives such as Tips from Former Smokers, Real Cost, and Truth Initiative. However, while there is broad agreement on the value of these campaigns, opinions vary on whether these efforts should be strengthened or maintained at current levels.

July 2025:

2025 Better Money Habits Gen Z Report

Washington, DC, July 30, 2025 –  Bank of America, in cooperation with Burson and Ipsos, is releasing the results from its 2025 Better Money Habits Gen Z Report. The report utilizes data from a poll conducted by Ipsos from April 4-25, 2025. The poll examines how Gen Z Americans feel about various aspects of their finances, including evaluations of their own financial health and their financial outlook over the next year.

President Trump’s Approval Rating

Washington, DC, July 18, 2025 –  The latest Reuters/Ipsos survey shows President Donald Trump’s overall approval rating remains consistent since June. However, his approval on immigration has fallen to the lowest point of his second term, but remains higher than his approval rating on other issues like the economy and foreign policy. The findings show a low approval rating on his handling of the Epstein files, but many Americans also report not knowing if they approve or disapprove. The survey also shows most Americans believe the government is hiding information around the death of and the alleged clients of accused sex trafficker, Jeffrey Epstein.

Ipsos Consumer Tracker

Washington, DC, July 18, 2025 –  The latest wave of the Ipsos Consumer Tracker finds that 70% of Americans agree that they tend to buy brands that reflect their personal values. Notably, while a majority across nearly all demographics share this sentiment, political independents are split on this statement (50% agree, 46% disagree).

The poll also finds that 65% of Americans have used a digital menu at a restaurant that is accessible by a QR code. This represents an eight-point increase from June 2023 (57%) and a twenty-three point increase from August 2022 (42%). However, among those that have used a QR code, more now agree that they are glad some restaurants have gone back to paper menus (71%) compared to two years ago (60%).

NAMI/Ipsos 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Poll

Washington, DC, July 16, 2025 –  A new NAMI/Ipsos poll that marks the third anniversary of the launch of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline shows increased awareness, but more information around the specifics of 988 funding and utilization remain. The data shows that 74% of Americans are now aware of 988, a significant increase from 44% in September 2022, a few months after the launch. However, the poll also underscores persistent concerns about the state of mental health care in the United States, with most Americans expressing dissatisfaction with the current status of mental health treatment. These findings highlight opportunities for policymakers to further improve crisis response systems and access to care, while also addressing ongoing challenges in public understanding and perception of mental health services.

July 2025 LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index

Washington, DC, July 11, 2025 –  The LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index for July 2025 is at 53.8. Fielded from June 20 – June 30, 2025, the Index is stable (+0.4 point) from last month.

The index shows stability for the first time this year, following six consecutive months of change. However, it remains around two points lower than its reading from this time last year.

USA Today/Ipsos Extreme Weather Poll

Washington, DC, July 7, 2025 –  The latest USA Today/Ipsos poll, conducted between June 13-15, 2025, finds that 30% of Americans report personally experiencing an extreme weather event in the past month, down from 49% compared to a previous USA Today/Ipsos poll conducted July 21-23, 2023. However, a majority (58%) agree that extreme weather events will become more frequent in the near future.

The survey reveals a partisan gap on views of climate change. While 84% of Democrats agree that extreme weather events will increase in the near future, only 38% of Republicans feel the same. Democrats are also much more likely than Republicans to say that weather events like extreme heat, wildfires, and hurricanes have gotten more intense in the past decade.

June 2025:

Q2 2025 MetLife/U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index

Washington, DC, June 25, 2025 –  The Q2 2025 MetLife/U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index is 65.2, up from last quarter’s Index Score of 62.3 but still down from this time last year (69.5). Small businesses are more optimistic about their business health and cash flow, as well as their view of the U.S. economy. However, views of future expectations are mixed. Slightly more small businesses expect to increase staff in the next year compared to last quarter. However, while the number that expect to increase revenue is stable from last quarter, it is down compared to this time last year.

For more information about this study, please click here.

Reuters/Ipsos Iran Conflict Poll

Washington, DC, June 23, 2025 –  A new Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that most Americans support immediately ending U.S. involvement in the conflict with Iran. The poll also finds that Americans oppose U.S. military involvement in the Middle East unless the U.S. is directly threatened and that most Americans do not feel that U.S. airstrikes against Iran make America safer. Attitudes toward President Donald Trump’s handling of Iran are divided along partisanship, but overall, half of Americans do not approve of Trump’s handling of Iran.

This Reuters/Ipsos poll was conducted June 21-23, 2025. The poll began fielding immediately after the June 21 U.S. strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities. The poll closed before the June 23 Iranian strikes on a U.S. military base in Qatar, which has reportedly caused no fatalities.

Ipsos Consumer Tracker

Washington, DC, June 23, 2025 –  The latest wave of the Ipsos Consumer Tracker finds that 39% of Americans are cooking dinner at home more than they were at the start of the year, and 31% are making lunch at home more. These are both down from August 2024 (45% and 38%, respectively).

The poll also finds 65% of employed Americans are satisfied with their work commute, still a majority but down thirteen percentage points from June 2024 (78%). Among all Americans, strong majorities are satisfied with their home (83%), family life (82%), and life in general (79%).

Washington Post/Ipsos Budget Bill Poll

Washington DC, June 17 – A new Washington Post/Ipsos poll finds that Americans are generally unfamiliar with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed by the U.S. House of Representatives but are more likely to oppose the bill than support the bill. The poll also finds that partisans are deeply divided on key provisions of the bill, with the exception of increasing the annual child tax credit for parents, which draws majority support on both sides of the political aisle. Americans also support extending the 2017 federal income tax cuts for individuals with incomes under $100k and married couples with incomes under $200k, but support is weaker for extending cuts for wealthier Americans and business corporations. Click here to read more.

June 2025 LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index

Washington, DC, June 13, 2025 –  The LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index for June 2025 is at 53.4. Fielded from May 23 – June 5, 2025, the Index is up 3.4 points from last month.

The index is up significantly for the first time since February, ending a three month decline that saw it lose more than five points over that span. The index now sits half a point below its reading from this time last year.

Ipsos Consumer Tracker

Washington, DC, June 6, 2025 –  The latest wave of the Ipsos Consumer Tracker finds that 57% of Americans have purchased an item and paid for it in installments, in line with July 2024 (53%) but up twelve percentage points from when this question was first asked in March 2023 (45%).

The poll also finds 70% of Americans are confident in getting quality healthcare, still a majority but down eight percentage points from this past November (78%). Around half are confident in buying a new car (54%), starting a new job (51%), and pursuing continuing education (51%). Slightly fewer say the same of investing in the stock market (45%) and increasing their monthly spending on optional things (44%).

May 2025:

President Trump’s Approval Rating

Washington, DC (May 21, 2025) - The May Reuters/Ipsos Core Political survey shows that 42% of Americans approve of how President Donald Trump is handling his job as president, unchanged from April. Americans continue to say the economy and political extremism or threats to democracy are the most significant issues facing the country. A bare majority of Americans think the country is headed in the wrong direction, about one in three believe the country is headed in the right direction, which is strongly driven by Republicans.

NPR/Ipsos Immigration Survey May 2025

Washington, DC, May 15, 2025 – New NPR/Ipsos polling finds that a bare majority of Americans continue to oppose ending birthright citizenship, as seen in an NPR/Ipsos poll from February. Likewise, a plurality continues to support giving legal status to immigrants without legal status brought to the U.S. as children. Overall, there has been little change in public opinion since February. However, there is some slight softening among Republicans on a few policies, as fewer support ending birthright citizenship than did three months ago. 

Reuters/Ipsos Issues Survey April 2025

Washington, DC, April 25, 2025 – The latest Reuters/Ipsos survey finds a majority of Americans continue to express concern about broader national issues including the economy, tariffs, national politics, and foreign policy. The survey also examines President Trump's approval rating generally and on specific issues. 

President TRUMP's Approval Rating

The April Reuters/Ipsos Core Political shows that Americans continue to say political extremism or threats to democracy and the economy are the most significant issues facing the country. A majority of Americans think the country is headed in the wrong direction, fewer than one in three believe the country is headed in the right direction, which is strongly driven by Republicans.

Few approve of Musk’s job performance

Washington DC, April 28, 2025—New ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos polling finds that few approve of Elon Musk’s job in the Trump administration. At the same time, most Americans believe President Donald Trump is serious when discussing various policies and actions. Yet, most also do not support these policies.

Ipsos Op-Ed: Testing the Limits: Why Trump Pulled Back on Tariffs

Donald Trump is back in the White House—and tariffs are back on the table. The initial rollout was bold: sweeping new import taxes aimed at asserting strength and economic nationalism. But just as quickly as they were announced, many of the measures were dialed back. It didn’t come with much fanfare. No big speech. No policy reversal. Just a quiet recalibration.

How is Trump’s base feeling about Trump 2.0?

At the 100-day mark, Trump had one of the lowest approval ratings for a president this early into their term, comparable only to himself eight years ago.

But this is familiar territory for Trump. His approval ranged roughly around the 40-percent mark through most of his first presidency. He’s also been testing the edges of what’s possible, creating friction along the edges which may be contributing to a decline in approval. Despite a low presidential approval rating historically speaking, Trump has and continues to call upon his strong base of support in his path back to the White House.

Ipsos Consumer Tracker

Washington, DC, May 27, 2025 –  The latest wave of the Ipsos Consumer Tracker finds that 49% of Americans agree they are uncertain what items they buy are being impacted by tariffs, compared to 21% who disagree.

Fifty percent of Americans also agree that retailers should break out the cost of tariffs in price tags, similar to how they do with sales tax, while just 15% disagree. Along these lines, 52% percent of Americans say they have seen prices increasing on things they buy specifically because of proposed tariffs, up nine percentage points from February.

April 2025:

April 2025: Global consumer confidence down slightly for the second consecutive month

Ipsos’ Global Consumer Confidence Index is down 0.5 point since last month and sits at 47.7. The index declined in back-to-back months and is now 1.2 points below its reading from this time last year. 

Among 29 economies measured, five countries show significant gains in consumer sentiment, while seven countries show a notable decline. All four sub-indices are down significantly this month. 

Americans have a negative economic outlook, even as many feel their personal economic situation hasn’t changed

Washington DC, April 27, 2025—New ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos polling finds most Americans describe the state of the economy negatively and say prices are going up. Though, many feel their personal economic situation hasn’t changed. Approaching the 100 day mark of his second Trump administration, President Donald Trump’s approval has fallen over the past two months. Americans are split on actions the Trump administration has taken since inauguration. More Americans trust Trump to handle the country’s main problems over Congressional Democrats. Yet, since taking office, most believe Trump has exceeded his authority as president. To read more about more about immigration and tariffs from this poll, follow this link. Follow ABC News for more on this poll.

Since the beginning of 2025, approval of President Trump’s handling of immigration has softened slightly

Washington DC, April 25, 2025—New ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos polling finds that Americans approval of President Donald Trump’s handling of immigration has softened since the beginning of his second term. At the same time, support for specific immigration approaches or policies divide the country. 

April 2025 LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index

Washington DC, April 14, 2025--The LSEG/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index for April 2025 is at 52.8. Fielded from March 21 – March 26, 2025*, the Index is down 1.2 points from last month.

America’s reputation drops across the world

A new 29-country Ipsos poll explores attitudes towards the United States, alongside a number of other nations and international institutions. It provides an update on how President Donald Trump’s second, non-consecutive term, has impacted America’s global reputation. 

Global perceptions amid earth’s temperature breaching the 1.5 degrees tipping point

As the world witnesses an unprecedented increase in global temperatures, passing 1.5˚C above pre-industrial levels for the first time in 2024, a new report by Ipsos reveals shifting perceptions and concerns about climate change worldwide. Unveiled in conjunction with Earth Day, this detailed research spanning 32 countries offers a comprehensive view of public attitudes towards the climate crisis.

America’s global reputation takes a hit

Amid President Donald Trump’s battle to reshape America’s presence on the global stage, new Ipsos polling across 29 countries shows that respondents in these countries have grown increasingly negative about America’s impact on global affairs. 

Most Americans read, but it's not our priority leisure activity

Washington, DC, April 4, 2025 - A new NPR/Ipsos poll finds that two in three Americans are readers, defined as those that have read a book or an eBook, or listened to an audiobook in the past month. Half have read a book or an eBook in the past month, and one in six have listened to an audiobook. Americans largely hold positive opinions about reading, but a sizeable minority say it is not a priority for them, and the most common reason for not reading more is not having enough time because of other life activities. 

Most Americans say prices will increase due to tariffs

Washington D.C., April 8, 2025 – Americans are divided on a set of foreign tariffs recently announced by President Donald Trump, according to a new Ipsos poll fielded shortly after Trump’s Liberation Day announcement. The poll finds that less than half of Americans support 25% tariffs on all cars and trucks made outside the U.S. or tariffs of at least 10% on all of the U.S.’ trading partners. The poll also finds that four in five Republicans say short-term economic pain is worth it to make the U.S. stronger in the long term, compared to half of independents and one in four Democrats.

How the public felt about tariffs leading up to Liberation Day

President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on “Liberation Day.” Right now, markets are roiling in response.

How do Americans feel? While we don’t know quite yet how Americans are responding to the Liberation Day tariffs just yet, we do have a sense of how the public has felt about tariffs leading up to Wednesday’s announcement.

Americans unhappy with the direction of the cost of living

Washington, DC, April 2, 2025 – The latest Reuters/Ipsos survey indicates President Donald Trump's approval rating remains steady, with just over two in five Americans approving of his job performance. Most Americans express dissatisfaction with the direction of the cost of living, inflation, and the national economy. Concerning "signalgate," a clear majority view the use of unsecured channels for discussing military actions as reckless, and believe President Trump should take responsibility; meanwhile, on tariffs and international trade, most anticipate higher costs due to tariffs and disapprove of the president’s handling of international trade policy.

Most Americans, across party lines, oppose Medicaid funding cuts

Washington, DC, April 3, 2025–A new NAMI/Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans oppose cuts to Medicaid funding and support protecting access to mental health care through Medicaid. The survey reveals bipartisan backing for Medicaid as an essential program, with 84% of Americans saying they agree it is crucial for providing health care to vulnerable populations. As Congress debates potential budget cuts to the program, seven in ten Americans disagree with reducing Medicaid funding to decrease government spending. The poll highlights concern about the state of mental health care in the U.S. and support for expanding access to mental health services through Medicaid.