Key US voters say economy is getting worse ahead of midterms, exclusive poll finds
Summary
A new poll shows many important American voters think the economy is getting worse ahead of the midterm elections. Most people are worried about rising prices for gas, food, and living costs, which are influencing how they plan to vote.Key Facts
- Three quarters of Americans worry about a recession, but the US is not officially in one.
- 65% of independent voters say the economy is worse now, up from 48% in September 2024.
- Only 28% of Republicans currently believe the economy is improving.
- Two-thirds of voters say gas and grocery prices are the most important issues for the election.
- Inflation hit 3.7% in September 2025, the highest before a midterm since 1990 (excluding the pandemic).
- Average gas prices increased by more than $1.20 per gallon compared to last year; California drivers pay around $6.20 per gallon.
- Many voters believe there is an affordability crisis, and opinions differ on which party can fix it.
- Rural Americans are more likely to say neither party has a solution and report living in “survival mode.”
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