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The majority of salvadorans perceive an improvement in the country’s situation by the end of 2025. According to the 2025 UCA Survey by the Instituto Universitario de Opinión Pública (Iudop), 61% of the population believes El Salvador is better off than the previous year, reflecting a positive perception of the country’s recent progress.
The study, titled “The salvadoran population’s opinion on the year 2025: stability in security versus fragility in the economy”, shows that the favorable assessment far outweighs neutral and negative opinions. 30.7% of respondents believe the country is the same, while only 8.3% believe it is worse off compared to 2024.
These results suggest that, for most of the population, the changes implemented in recent years have generated a sense of progress, particularly in areas such as security, infrastructure, and the country’s international image. However, the percentage that perceives stagnation indicates that a significant portion of Salvadorans do not observe substantial improvements in their daily lives.
Analysts point out that positive perception could be linked to reduced crime and greater stability in the social environment, factors that directly influence the overall evaluation of the country. However, the report itself warns that economic concerns persist, such as the cost of living, employment, and income, which would explain why almost a third of the population does not perceive significant changes.
The percentage of people who believe the country is worse off, although a minority, reflects that there are sectors with less favorable experiences, possibly related to economic hardship, public services, or working conditions.
The UCA Survey offers a snapshot of public perception at the end of 2025, showing a mostly positive assessment of the country’s direction, but with signs of remaining challenges, especially in economic matters. This data provides key input for public debate and the formulation of policies aimed at improving the population’s quality of life.
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