Rural Nebraskans remain confident in their local institutions, poll shows

by By Becky Vogt | Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication

September 19, 2025

Arial picture of South Sioux, NE water tower and town
Fewer respondents expressed a great deal of confidence this year in public safety agencies in their communities (from 36% in 2021 to 25% this year) and public K-12 schools (from 23% in 2017 and 2021 to 17% this year), according to the 2025 Nebraska Rural Poll.
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