4‑H & Microsoft
digital impact survey
National 4‑H Council and Microsoft teamed up to explore digital access among teens through a national survey. The survey, which polled over 1,500 youth between the ages of 13-19 nationwide, investigated how lack of broadband internet access affects their social mobility and economic opportunities.
Key Findings
- 1 in 4 American teens have Broadband connections that are unreliable
- Nearly half of teens report struggling to complete homework due to slow internet connections.
- 79% of teens with broadband access expect to have a higher income than their parents, while only 66% of teens without broadband access felt this way.
Digital Impact Survey 2021
4-H Digital Divide Survey Infographic
4-H Digital Divide Survey Report 2021
