A newly released poll from UMBC indicates a majority of Maryland residents are struggling to keep up in today’s economy.
The poll surveyed 1,003 adults in the state, 917 of which are registered to vote. Broken down by political party, those polled were 53 percent Democrat, 24 percent Republican, and 22 percent unaffiliated. The survey was made up of 48 percent men and 52 percent women. By race, 59 percent of respondents are White, 29 percent Black and five percent each Hispanic and Asian.
When asked to rate the state’s economic condition, 66 percent gave a poor (34%) or fair (32 %) grade. Only 28 percent said Maryland’s economy was good, with a dismal four percent giving excellent marks.
Breaking down specifics, 89 percent are very or at least somewhat concerned about the price of food and consumer goods.
That number is 81 percent when it comes to housing costs and availability.
(According to Redfin, Maryland home prices are up 4.5 percent compared to last year, with a median price of $435,700.)