The Social Weather Stations (SWS) reported Thursday that President Marcos gained +47 percent net satisfaction ratings among 65 percent of adult Filipinos, boosted by his continuing popularity in all areas in the country except in Mindanao.
SWS released its most recent quarterly survey held from December 8 to 11 last year, which found that only 17 percent were undecided about the president’s performance, as opposed to 18 percent, who expressed outright dissatisfaction.
The survey firm reported that gross satisfaction with President Marcos stayed at 65 percent, undecided rose from 14 percent, and gross dissatisfaction slightly fell from 21 percent. The resulting net satisfaction rating is +47 or plus three points from the +44 he received the previous quarter.
SWS noted that while Marcos’ satisfaction ratings have generally increased across different demographics and regions, there is a notable exception in Mindanao. In this region, his net satisfaction fell by 12 points compared to September 2023, registering at a still respectable +38.
The breakdown of satisfaction ratings by region shows that Marcos enjoys the highest net satisfaction in Balance Luzon (+52), followed closely by Visayas (+51), and Metro Manila (+44). Satisfaction levels in rural areas were described as ‘very good’ (+56) and ‘good’ at urban areas (+39).
President Marcos remained popular among men (+53) compared to women (+41). In terms of age groups, his satisfaction ratings have risen significantly among 25-44-year-olds, while remaining relatively stable among other age demographics.
Similarly, his satisfaction levels have increased among those with elementary education, but have seen little change among other educational groups. Despite variations across regions and demographics, President Marcos continues to maintain a generally positive satisfaction rating.
The survey, which involved face-to-face interviews of 1,200 adults nationwide, provides insights into the sentiments of Filipinos towards the current administration. SWS said the survey was non-commissioned and elicited responses to the questions:
“Please tell me how satisfied or dissatisfied you are with the performance of Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. as President of the Philippines. Are you very satisfied, somewhat satisfied, undecided if satisfied or dissatisfied, somewhat dissatisfied, very dissatisfied, or you have not ever heard or read anything about Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.?”