A new nationwide survey shows that President Nayib Bukele maintains a 93% approval rating in El Salvador, while his political party, Nuevas Ideas, commands 89% voter preference ahead of the country’s 2027 general elections. The results, released by DataPoll and presented on the television program Las Cosas como Son, reflect sustained public support more than six years into Bukele’s presidency.
According to DataPoll director Rosmeo Auerbach, the survey was conducted between February 14 and 18 across key departments including San Salvador, La Libertad, Santa Ana, San Miguel, Sonsonate, and Usulután, with 960 valid interviews. “The 93% approval remains not just high, but extremely high,” Auerbach said, noting that only 5% of respondents disapproved and 2% declined to answer. Citizens also rated Bukele’s performance with a score of 9.3 out of 10.
Auerbach contrasted Bukele’s numbers with those of other international leaders. “Any president usually experiences wear after 12 months,” he said, referencing figures such as Donald Trump, Javier Milei, Gustavo Petro, and Gabriel Boric. He argued that Bukele’s sustained popularity stands out regionally and globally, particularly after multiple years in office.
Looking toward 2027, the survey suggests that voter loyalty extends beyond the president himself. When asked which party they would support in a presidential election without being shown candidate photos, 89% chose Nuevas Ideas. ARENA followed with 4%, the FMLN with 3%, while VAMOS, GANA, and PCN each received 1%. “People clearly identify the ‘N’ flag with the president’s project,” Auerbach said, emphasizing the strength of the party brand.
The poll also measured public opinion of the Legislative Assembly, which received a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Auerbach clarified that the score reflects perceptions of all parties represented in the body. Even so, the survey underscores a dominant political landscape in El Salvador, where both the presidency and the ruling party continue to enjoy overwhelming support heading into the next electoral cycle.