AI Use Among US Employees Rises to 50% in Q1 2026, Gallup Survey Finds

A Gallup survey found that 50% of employed American adults used artificial intelligence in their roles at least a few times during the first quarter of 2026. This represents an increase from 46% in the fourth quarter of 2025. The survey data indicates a broader trend of growing AI integration in workplaces.

The percentage of employees using AI has more than doubled over the last three years, according to the survey. This growth reflects increased availability and application of AI tools across various sectors. The survey did not specify the industries or job types with the highest adoption rates.

The survey also noted that 13% of those surveyed reported further details on AI usage, though specifics were not provided in the available data. This uptick occurs amid ongoing developments in AI technology and its incorporation into professional tasks.

Employers and workers continue to adapt to these tools for tasks such as data analysis and automation. Future surveys may track whether this adoption rate continues to rise in subsequent quarters. The data provides insight into how AI is becoming a standard component of many jobs in the United States.

No information was available on potential challenges or barriers to further adoption.