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Rutgers-Eagleton / SSRS Garden State Panel

Measuring Public Opinion in New Jersey

The Rutgers-Eagleton / SSRS Garden State Panel is a probability-based panel of New Jersey adults aged 18 or older. Members are recruited randomly based on a statewide representative ABS (Address Based Sample) design.

The panel was established in 2023 as a joint research venture between The Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling at the Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers-New Brunswick (ECPIP) and SSRS. Both organizations are members of the American Association for Public Opinion Research (AAPOR) Transparency Initiative and committed to full compliance with AAPOR standards and transparency.

Highlights

Features that make the Garden State Panel a great fit for your project!

Probability-based Design

Panelists are recruited from a probability-based sample source that reflects the New Jersey adult population (ABS). Results obtained from this panel can statistically represent the target population with a known margin of error. Embracing a probability-based model increases statistical validity, making your data more trustworthy and robust.

Trustworthy Respondents

Unlike typical opt-in panels, no one can “volunteer” to be part of the Garden State Panel. They must be selected randomly and respond to our mailed invitation letters. This minimizes susceptibility to “bots” or fraudulent panelists.

Multimode Capability (Web and Phone)

Most panelists take self-administered web surveys; however, the option to take surveys conducted by a live telephone interviewer is available to those who prefer to complete surveys by phone and/or who do not use the Internet.

Bilingual

Panelists also have the option of taking surveys in their preferred language (English or Spanish).

Profile Data

A battery of demographic and other questions are asked during the recruitment of panelists. Panel profile data is leveraged to conduct representative surveys of sub-populations including:

  • Young adults
  • Hispanics
  • Registered voters
  • And much more

Probability-based Design

Panelists are recruited from a probability-based sample source that reflects the New Jersey adult population (ABS). Results obtained from this panel can statistically represent the target population with a known margin of error. Embracing a probability-based model increases statistical validity, making your data more trustworthy and robust.

Trustworthy Respondents

Unlike typical opt-in panels, no one can “volunteer” to be part of the Garden State Panel. They must be selected randomly and respond to our mailed invitation letters. This minimizes susceptibility to “bots” or fraudulent panelists.

Multimode Capability (Web and Phone)

Most panelists take self-administered web surveys; however, the option to take surveys conducted by a live telephone interviewer is available to those who prefer to complete surveys by phone and/or who do not use the Internet.

Bilingual

Panelists also have the option of taking surveys in their preferred language (English or Spanish).

Profile Data

A battery of demographic and other questions are asked during the recruitment of panelists. Panel profile data is leveraged to conduct representative surveys of sub-populations including:

  • Young adults
  • Hispanics
  • Registered voters
  • And much more

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The Rutgers-Eagleton/SSRS Garden State Panel Brochure

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Real World Applications of the Garden State Panel

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Trust is high in New Jersey local news organizations, new poll shows

Conducted by SSRS using The Rutgers-Eagleton / SSRS Garden State Panel

Majority of New Jerseyans Say Teachers Should Keep Transgender Students’ Identity Confidential as Matter of Safety

Findings from the Rutgers-Eagleton/SSRS Garden State Panel

New Jerseyans Are More Concerned About Books Being Banned Than Inappropriate Content;

Aside from bans, majority of adults polled think laws against LGBTQ and race Issues in the classroom are politically driven

Half of New Jerseyans Oppose Electric Vehicles Mandate, See Environmental and Health Advantages but Economic Drawbacks

Findings from the Rutgers-Eagleton/SSRS Garden State Panel

Majority of New Jerseyans Feel Their Home Is Protected From Extreme Weather, but Are Concerned About Repair Costs and Foresee Upgrades

Findings from the Rutgers-Eagleton/SSRS Garden State Panel

New Jerseyans’ Ratings of Where They Live and Neighborhood Safety Are Positive Overall, but Sharply Divided by Race, Ethnicity and Other Demographics

Findings from the Rutgers-Eagleton/SSRS Garden State Panel

Outlook on New Jersey Is Stagnant as Quality of Life Falls Slightly

Rutgers-Eagleton Poll shows little movement on ratings for senate candidates; 2025 gubernatorial hopefuls remain largely unknown
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