Young American Men Survey 2026

Trade Job Desire

Which of the following comes closest to how you think about working in a skilled trade?

• It is something I would want for myself31.1%
• It is something I would take if I had to, but not what I want35.2%
• It is not for me14.8%
• I already work in a skilled trade12.5%
• Unsure6.4%

The Lafayette Company, Young American Men Survey 2026. 800 registered voters, men aged 18 to 30, fielded by Cygnal, September 15–18, 2026, margin of error ±3.46%. Full breakdown at youngamericanmen.com