A new Marist poll shows New Yorkers have a bleak view of their state, with residents saying the economy is going down the tubes, the cost of living is unaffordable, and nearly four in 10 say they plan to move out in the next five years.

A majority of New Yorkers, 51%, said they think the state's economy is getting worse, up from 29% in 2013. The poll found 30% of respondents say their financial picture will get worse, up from 17% in 2013. ...

While most residents said they plan to stay in New York, 37% said they would leave in the next five years, up from 26% in 2011, citing economic reasons, the cost of living, qualify of life and taxes. Republicans and non-enrolled voters are more likely to say they will leave than Democrats, according to the poll.