New York City Mayor and New Jersey Governor Elections Set for 2025
Upcoming elections in New York City and New Jersey are set for 2025, with significant implications for both states. Recent polling data indicates close races in New Jersey for Governor and a pronounced lead in New York City for Mayor.
New Jersey Governor Election 2025
The Emerson College Polling survey reveals a tightly contested race for Governor of New Jersey. Democrat Mikie Sherrill currently holds a slight advantage over Republican Jack Ciattarelli.
- Mikie Sherrill: 49% support among likely voters
- Jack Ciattarelli: 48% support among likely voters
- Undecided voters: 2%
When including undecided voters, Sherrill’s support rises to 50%. Voter demographics show a distinct gender divide, with men favoring Ciattarelli and women favoring Sherrill by notable margins.
Key Demographics and Issues
Many voters see the economy as the top issue, followed by threats to democracy and housing affordability. Current approval ratings reflect challenges for sitting Governor Phil Murphy, who has only a 34% approval rating.
New York City Mayor Election 2025
In New York City, the mayoral race is showing strong support for Democrat Zohran Mamdani. He leads former Governor Andrew Cuomo by a substantial margin.
- Zohran Mamdani: 50% support
- Andrew Cuomo: 25% support
- Curtis Sliwa: 21% support
- Undecided voters: 4%
Mamdani has gained support across various demographics, particularly among Black voters and younger constituents. His favorable ratings stand at 52%, in contrast to Cuomo’s 35%.
Voter Issues
For New York City voters, the leading concerns are threats to democracy, the economy, and housing affordability. This election cycle appears critical as both states navigate pivotal gubernatorial and mayoral decisions.
Polling Methodology
The New Jersey poll was conducted from October 25-28, 2025, with a sample of 1,000 likely voters. The New York City survey was conducted from October 25-27, 2025, among 640 likely voters. Both have specified credibility intervals indicating confidence in the data collected.
As the elections approach, the focus on issues and candidate favorability will be crucial for both Sherrill in New Jersey and Mamdani in New York City. These elections could redefine the political landscape in both regions.
