Summary
In a recent election, Zohran Mamdani won with strong support from middle- and upper-middle-income voters in New York City, rather than the working class or wealthy individuals. Exit polls showed that the majority of his support came from households earning $50,000 to $199,999 annually. The main concern for voters was the cost of living, particularly housing, which influenced their choice.
Key Facts
- Zohran Mamdani won with key support from middle- and upper-middle-income voters.
- The exit polls showed 30% of voters earned under $50,000, 28% earned $50,000–$99,999, 26% earned $100,000–$199,999, and 17% earned $200,000 or more.
- Mamdani received 55% of votes from the $50,000 to $199,999 income brackets.
- 42% of Mamdani's votes came from households earning six figures.
- The main issue for voters was the high cost of living, especially housing expenses.
- The very rich mostly supported Mamdani's opponent, Andrew Cuomo.
- Voters in New York City have an average household income around $128,000, with a median of $80,000.
- Both political sides misunderstood the income group that supported Mamdani.
