The “Life in Rural America” polling series is based on a survey conducted for National Public Radio, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
The Life in Rural America – Part I survey was conducted June 6 – August 4, 2018, among a nationally representative, probability based telephone (cell and landline) sample of 1,300 adults ages 18 or older living in the rural United States. The purpose of this survey was to understand the current views and experiences of rural Americans on economic and health issues
The Life in Rural America—Part II survey covers rural Americans’ personal experiences with health, social, civic, and economic issues in their local communities. It was conducted January 31 – March 2, 2019, among a nationally representative, probability-based telephone (cell and landline) sample of 1,405 adults ages 18 or older living in the rural United States.
Report and Topline Life in Rural America – Part I
Report and Topline Life in Rural America – Part II
Forum Webcast – “Health and Economic Concerns of Rural Americans”