Arbitron / Edison study shows AM and FM stand up to digital dial

Arbitron and Edison Media Research have conducted a study on the impact of alternate radio-like delivery methods, such as:  iPods, audio streaming, etc. You can download the report here.

  • The report finds: Internet radio listening has increased 50% in the last year
  • Internet radio reaches 19% of 18-34’s weekly
  • Both XM and Sirius are recognized by more than 60% of the public
  • Satellite listeners are an upscale audienc: 27% have incomes over $100k
  • There is confusion between podcasting, internet radio and downloadable music
  • More than half of those who have listened to podcasts are under 35, and 20% under 17
  • Interest in HD radio is up: 8% very interested, and 27% more are somewhat interested
  • Most people report the desired price point for an HD receiver at $50 to $100
  • 77% of listeners report that they expect to listen to the same amount of AM and FM radio as they do now
  • Digital radio users have not decreased the amount of time they spend listening to AM and FM radio