Homeowners aged 65 and older should be exempt from property taxes
Democrats69%
Republicans80%
Independents71%
Source: The Economist/YouGov, Apr. 7, 2026
Chart: Americans Agree
Chart: Americans Agree
No Property Taxes for Older Homeowners
The Economist/YouGov, Apr. 7, 2026
Details
| Question | Would you support or oppose the following tax policy changes? |
| Item | Exempting homeowners 65 and older from property taxes |
| Response | Support |
| Poll Main Page | The Economist/YouGov Poll, April 3-6, 2026 |
| Interview Period | Apr. 3, 2026 to Apr. 6, 2026 |
| Sample Size | 1,750 |
| Policy Context | When this poll was conducted in early April 2026, there was news of an initiative that qualified for the November 2026 California state election. It would eliminate property taxes for homeowners 60 years or older. |