The impact of climate change is increasingly recognized by Americans, with 49.0% reporting personal experiences in 2024, up from 44.4% in 2022. The experience of climate change is uneven, with over 65% in affluent and educated areas acknowledging its effects, while some counties report fewer than 35%. To assess the counties most affected, data on climate opinion from the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication was reviewed, ranking counties based on agreement with personal experience statements. Additional socioeconomic data supplements these findings, highlighting the correlation between education, income, and climate impact awareness.
Record-breaking heat waves, wildfires, intensified storms, and coastal flooding illustrate the severe effects of climate change in the United States, now harder to ignore than ever.
In 2024, 49% of Americans reported experiencing the effects of global warming, an increase from 44.4% in 2022, indicating heightened awareness of climate issues.
The perception of climate change impact varies significantly across communities, with over 65% of adults in some affluent and educated counties acknowledging its effects.
Data reveals the geographic disparity in climate change experiences, with FEMA risk assessments indicating that higher-risk areas are often where residents report the strongest personal impacts.
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