For some Americans, playing the lottery is a regular habit. For others, it’s more of an occasional indulgence—or not part of their routine at all. According to CivicScience data...
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Chewy vs. Crispy Cookies: Most Americans Prefer Soft and Gooey
When it comes to cookies, one debate never seems to go out of style: crispy or chewy? According to a CivicScience poll running over the last two years with nearly 78K responses,...
What Do You Do With Empty Plastic Takeout Containers? Americans Weigh In
Anyone who has ever gotten takeout will be familiar with the ubiquitous plastic takeout container. While convenient for getting your food to go, the question always remains: what...
Nearly Half of American Adults Say They Enjoy Long Car Trips, Here’s What It Says About Them
Travel is becoming top of mind as we head deeper into spring and the weather improves. The road trip is a quintessential American travel experience, but how do Americans really...
How Often Do You Attend a Sporting Event? Here’s What the Data Show
This week marks the first drop of ticket sales for the 2028 Summer Olympics, to be held in Los Angeles. While LA28 is just at the start of building buzz for one of the world’s...
Do You Put Pants on Before or After Socks? Americans Are Nearly Split
From daily routines to small personal habits, everyone has their own way of getting ready in the morning—even down to the order of getting dressed. According to CivicScience data...
Indoor vs. Outdoor Concerts: What Americans Prefer According to Consumer Data
With Coachella weekend two just around the corner and warmer weather finally arriving, concert season is officially heating up. As festival-goers head outdoors and tours ramp up,...
Beyond the Grocery Aisle: What the Apple vs. Banana Debate Reveals About You
April 15 is National Banana Day, so what better time to take at an American fruit debate? An ongoing CivicScience poll pits bananas against apples, and the latest update among...
What Your Tooth Brushing Routine Says About You
Oral hygiene is a key aspect of personal care and dentists recommend brushing twice a day. However, when to brush is left to personal preference, and in the morning, the question...
On Peach Cobbler Day, Discourse Remains on the Difference Between Pies, Cobblers, Crisps, and Crumbles
April 13th is Peach Cobbler Day! And there is nothing more satisfying than digging into a perfectly sweet, warm, peach cobbler–maybe topped with a little ice cream. But did you...
Team Nap or No Nap? Americans Weigh In
For some, a nap is a rare luxury. For others, it’s part of the daily routine. According to a CivicScience poll of nearly 25K respondents, 22% of U.S. adults say they try to nap...
53% Say Pets Belong on the Furniture, CivicScience Finds
From couch cuddles to keeping pets strictly off the furniture, Americans are divided on one common household rule: should pets be allowed on the furniture? According to an...