A recent poll from The MassINC Polling Group, conducted in February 2026, found that 84% of Massachusetts residents believe state leaders should be doing more to address the high cost of housing. The survey highlights widespread concern over affordability across the state.
The poll, which surveyed 1,002 residents, indicates that housing is a top-tier issue. A significant majority, including majorities across all demographic groups, expressed support for state-level policy action to increase the supply of affordable homes and provide direct financial assistance to renters and buyers.
Public sentiment appears to be ahead of legislative action, with many residents favoring specific measures like zoning reform and increased funding for affordable housing programs. The data suggests housing costs will be a critical factor in the upcoming state elections.
Experts note that while public demand for solutions is clear, political and logistical challenges remain in implementing policies that can significantly lower housing costs in the short term. The poll's margin of error is +/- 3.4 percentage points.
