Greater Washington Community Foundation
The Greater Washington Community Foundation and Gallup have partnered to understand how people experience life in the DMV region and to inform decisions that shape its future.
Voices of the Community: DC, Maryland, Virginia
The 2026 Greater Washington Community Foundation-Gallup Community Insights Report examines how residents across the DMV region are experiencing life today by tracking community wellbeing, opportunity and quality of life. The findings reveal a region that is resilient but whose residents are living through a uniquely turbulent chapter. Residents continue to value the region's opportunities and strong communities, yet many report ongoing concerns about housing, affording necessities and job availability. The study also highlights the effects of recent federal workforce reductions, which have created new pressures for many households and compounded existing economic challenges.
The findings are designed to help funders, nonprofits, community organizations and regional leaders make more informed decisions that support a thriving future for all residents.
Download the report for detailed findings on community wellbeing, economic security, housing, opportunity and the lived experiences of residents across the DMV.
Wellbeing in the DMV
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