**What percentage of Americans use AI chatbots in 2026?**

According to Pew Research Center's February 2026 survey of 5,119 U.S. adults, 49% report using AI chatbots at least occasionally. That is up from 33% in 2024. The remaining 51% say they never use a chatbot, and most of those non-users say they are not interested and have no plans to start using one.

**What percentage of Americans think AI is advancing too quickly?**

Pew's June 2026 report found that 63% of Americans believe AI is advancing too quickly. This sentiment exists even among people who actively use chatbots. Only 16% of Americans say they expect AI to have a positive impact on society, while 40% believe it will ultimately be worse for society overall.

**Do Americans trust the government to regulate AI?**

No. The Pew survey found that 67% of Americans have little to no confidence that the U.S. government can effectively regulate AI. An additional 59% have little to no confidence that U.S. companies can develop AI responsibly. More Democrats than Republicans expressed skepticism about the government's ability to regulate the technology.

**Which age group uses AI chatbots the most?**

Americans aged 18 to 29 have the highest overall chatbot usage rate at 66%. However, the 30-to-49 age group uses chatbots most frequently, with 34% saying they turn to them once a day or more. Usage drops sharply with age — only 23% of adults 65 and older report ever using a chatbot.

**How has ChatGPT usage changed since 2023?**

ChatGPT's usage has doubled since 2023, according to the Pew Research 2026 survey. By February 2026, 44% of respondents said they had used ChatGPT. This is part of a broader rise in chatbot adoption, which grew from 33% of U.S. adults in 2024 to 49% by early 2026.

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