Executive Summary
New York City is at a critical juncture. Affordability challenges, economic shifts, and concerns over quality of life, public services, and safety are affecting the city’s ability to attract and retain residents.
Straight From New Yorkers 2025—the Citizens Budget Commission’s (CBC’s) updated NYC Resident Survey—provides a revealing portrait of how New Yorkers feel about their quality of life, public safety, government services, and future in the city. This survey’s third iteration, based on over 1,700 responses, highlights residents’ concerns and offers insights into the diverse perspectives of New Yorkers by income, race, ethnicity, and borough.
Candidate for City Council in 2023
