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Yates County Housing Needs Survey

What does affordable and stable housing mean to Yates County residents?

Housing affordability and stability have been identified as a priority in Yates County Public Health's Community Health Improvement Plan. This priority was identified through community input gathered during interviews, focus groups, and community forums conducted in 2025.

Yates County Public Health and community partners are seeking your input on what housing affordability and stability mean to you. Whether you rent, own, are looking for a home, or are happy with your current housing, we want to hear about your experience. There are no right or wrong answers.

Please answer each question in the way that feels most comfortable to you. You may share personal experiences, general thoughts, examples or anything else you feel is important for us to know. Survey closes 10/13/2026.
1.Which best describes you? (Select one.)
2.What is your township?
3.What age group do you fall under?
4.What is your approximate household income? (select one).
5.How many people currently live in your household? (please include yourself and all other people who currently live with you).
6.Which of the following best describes your household? (select one.)
7.Do you currently: (select all that may apply)
Housing Affordability
8.Which statement best describes what "affordable housing" means to you? (Select one.)
9.If you think about affordability in terms of monthly rent, what feels affordable to you?
10.If you would like to disclose how much you spend per month on housing only (no utilities) or have other comments about costs, please comment in the box below.
11.In the past 12 months, how often did you delay or skip paying for any of the following because you needed money for rent, mortgage, or other housing costs?
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Always
Food
Medical care
Dental care
Prescription medications
Utilities (gas, electric, water, etc.)
Child care
Transportation (fuel, rideshare services, bus)
Hygiene supplies
Saving for emergencies
12.Considering your understanding of affordable housing, do you believe affordable housing is available in Yates County?