As the mayor approaches his first 100 days in office, a newly released Marist Poll reveals that 48% of city residents approve of his overall job performance. While 30% disapprove and 23% remain unsure, the survey highlights a sharp increase in civic optimism, with 56% of New Yorkers stating the city is moving in the right direction compared to just 31% last fall. The mayor’s personal attributes appear to be driving much of his early support; strong majorities view him as a hardworking, caring leader who is actively fulfilling his campaign promises. Despite these positive indicators, Mamdani’s initial approval rating trails the 61% mark set by his predecessor, Eric Adams, at this exact same point in his tenure. Support for the new administration remains geographically divided, with the mayor finding his strongest backing in Manhattan and Brooklyn, while 57% of Staten Island residents express disapproval. Mamdani has also earned high marks from voters for his early engagement and collaboration with President Donald Trump’s administration.