Goucher College Poll

The Goucher College Poll measures the opinions of Maryland residents and voters on important policy, social, and economic issues.  The poll results and a methodology statement are released to members of the media and other interested groups as a public service to the state. Goucher students help research survey questions, design the questionnaire, and analyze the results.

The Sarah T. Hughes Center for Politics is a member of the Association of Academic Survey Research Organizations and the American Association for Public Opinion Research Transparency Initiative.

The Goucher College Poll is funded by the Sarah T. Hughes Center for Politics endowment and partnerships with trusted media organizations.

Goucher College Poll Results

Spring 2024

April 2024 (PDF)
Maryland registered voters were asked their opinions on several issues about the upcoming race for the U.S. Senate, on Gov. Wes Moore, and on the direction of and economic conditions in Maryland. 

Baltimore City, Part 1 (PDF)
Baltimore City voters were asked their opinions on key officials, entities, and issues in Baltimore City; their opinions on the direction of and their optimism toward Baltimore City; their perceptions of the crime rate and causes of crime; and the impact of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse and how public officials handled it.

Baltimore City, Part 2 (PDF)
Baltimore City voters were asked their opinions about the upcoming Democratic primary race for Baltimore City Council president.