AI Use Doubles Among Rural Nebraskans in Two Years

The 2026 Nebraska Rural Poll shows generative AI tool usage more than doubled from 27% in 2024 to 55% this year. Usage is higher among younger respondents: about 75% for ages 19-39 vs. 51% for ages 50-64. Women are more likely than men to use AI chatbots.

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