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State of the Nation: Cost of Living 2026
CitizenVoice flagship report. The definitive picture of how UK households are earning, spending and coping in 2026 - tracked across income, essentials, debt and outlook.
6,462 respondents across the UK · Anonymous aggregate results
How would you describe your household finances right now?
6462 responses
In the past six months, have you used any of the following?
6465 responses
Which essential have you most struggled to afford?
6462 responses
Do you expect your finances to improve over the next 12 months?
6462 responses
What single government action would help your household most?
6462 responses