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Rural voters increasingly express concerns about the rising cost of living, with 75% rating it as 'fair' or 'poor', a 25-point increase since 2017.
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Health costs and gas prices are the primary household expenses causing concern among rural voters, highlighting economic strain.
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40% of rural voters trust Republicans more than Democrats to address living costs, while 27% trust neither party.
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The KFF/AP survey included over 2,000 rural voters and was conducted from August 12 to 24, 2026.
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The survey aims to explore rural voters' perspectives on economic issues, healthcare access, and local job opportunities.
