New York Mayor Mamdani Least Popular in Staten Island

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A new Marist Poll survey has found that New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's approval rating is lowest in Staten Island, with only 27% of respondents in the borough approving of his performance so far. This contrasts sharply with higher approval ratings in other boroughs like Brooklyn (54% approval) and Manhattan (55% approval).

Why it matters

Mayor Mamdani's low approval in Staten Island could pose challenges as he approaches his first 100 days in office and seeks to unite the diverse communities across New York City. Staten Island has historically been more politically conservative compared to other boroughs, which may contribute to the mayor's struggles there.

The details

The Marist Poll survey, conducted between March 26-31, questioned 1,454 adults across New York City. While Mamdani enjoyed a 48% overall approval rating, with 30% disapproving, the numbers were drastically different in Staten Island. There, only 27% approved of the mayor's performance, while 57% disapproved and 16% were unsure.

• The Marist Poll survey was conducted between March 26-31, 2026.
• Mayor Mamdani will reach his 100-day mark in office this week.

What’s next

The mayor's office has not yet commented on the poll results, but the low approval rating in Staten Island is likely to be a focus as Mamdani approaches his 100-day mark and looks ahead to the next phase of his term.