A new survey by the Institute of Social Studies and Analysis (ISSA) indicates that the majority of Georgia's population believes the official economic growth figures for the past two years have not translated into economic improvement for their families. Instead, their household financial situation has either remained the same or worsened during this period.
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Official data shows Georgia's economy grew by 7.5% in 2023 and 9.1% in 2024. When asked how the country's economic growth over the past two years has impacted their family's financial situation, the responses were distributed as follows:
- 57% - It was not reflected; our family's economic situation remained the same.
- 27% - It was not reflected; our family's economic situation worsened.
- 15% - It was reflected; our family's economic situation improved.
- 1% - Don't know/Refused to answer.
The survey also reveals that among Georgian Dream voters, the highest proportion (38%) agrees that the country's economic growth has positively impacted their families' finances. Conversely, the majority (55%) of pro-European opposition voters reported a worsening of their families' economic situation.
High prices rank as the top significant problem facing the country. Other prominent issues include occupied territories, emigration, low pensions, the spread of drugs, low salaries, poverty, unemployment, and so on. Among Tbilisi residents, violations of democracy and human rights, judicial independence, and deteriorating relations with the West are additionally highlighted.
One out of every two people believes that the problems facing the country cannot be solved under the Georgian Dream government. This view is shared by the majority of Tbilisi residents (63%) and pro-European opposition party voters (81%). Among the population in the regions, opinions are divided: 49% think that the identified problems can be resolved under Georgian Dream, while 45% consider it impossible. A large majority of Georgian Dream voters (85%) believe the current government can solve these issues.
The Institute of Social Studies and Analysis (ISSA) conducted this sociological survey in June 2025. They interviewed 2,000 respondents face-to-face, targeting the adult population of Georgia. The margin of error for the total sample was ±2.2% at a 95% confidence level, with a response rate of 71%. The survey was funded by the Civil Society Foundation.
