UNH poll shows ‘majority’ of Rhode Island residents concerned about finances

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The latest University of New Hampshire poll shows that most Rhode Islanders are concerned about the prices of everyday goods and energy costs.

The survey was made up of 711 Rhode Island residents, who filled out the survey between Nov. 13 and 17.

According to the Ocean State Poll, “a majority” of Rhode Island residents think that prices on everyday goods has increased over the past year and will continue to increase.

The poll also states the over 75% of residents are worried about the cost of heating their home this winter.

Additionally, 40% of residents are expecting to spend less on holiday shopping, and 25% said they don’t have enough money to spend.

When it comes to the economy, the survey said that a majority of the panel members feel the state and national economy “is getting worse.”

Although, residents’ assessments of their personal finances has slightly increased since May, but is still “largely negative,” according to the poll.