Two Factors that Influence New Yorkers to Leave the State

Online polling company and market research company John Zogby Strategies has some fascinating insights into its native New York State. According to one of its recent surveys, 39% or 4 in 10 New Yorkers have expressed a desire to leave New York or have made plans to relocate out of the state. Despite being one of the most populous and activity-laden states in the country, there are things about living in New York that cause denizens to leave. Two of the biggest reasons affecting citizen dissatisfaction are the high cost of living and the state’s unsatisfactory political system.

While historically known as the “Empire State,” recently New York has earned the unflattering nickname of the “Vampire State.” This nickname is a reference to the increasingly high taxes and product costs in the state. To many, it has become more practical to relocate out of the state to save money and purchase necessities without breaking the bank.

In addition to the high cost of living, many New Yorkers are unsatisfied with New York’s current political system. In one poll conducted by John Zogby Strategies, 68% of respondents supported an open primary system as a positive change for a “corrupt, stale, and hyper-partisan political system.” Furthermore, 47% of respondents believed New York politics were on the wrong track due to “corruption” and interference from “special interests.” Lastly, 56% of respondents believed that New York’s political system did not work and needed reforms.

Hopefully, New York’s current administration can solve the issues that have plagued New York for years and satisfy citizens unhappy about the state’s current direction.