Post-disaster permanent housing and life satisfaction in Van, Turkey: Impacts of housing satisfaction, socioeconomic and demographic factors

Uğurlar A., ALKAN GÖKLER L., Cenesiz G. Z.

CITIES, cilt.168, 2026 (SSCI, Scopus) identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 168
  • Basım Tarihi: 2026
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1016/j.cities.2025.106401
  • Dergi Adı: CITIES
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI), Scopus, Academic Search Premier, International Bibliography of Social Sciences, Periodicals Index Online, Avery, Business Source Elite, Business Source Premier, Environment Index, Index Islamicus, PAIS International, Political Science Complete, Public Affairs Index, Social services abstracts, Sociological abstracts, Worldwide Political Science Abstracts
  • Gazi Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

This study investigates the factors influencing life satisfaction among residents of post-disaster permanent housing in Van, Turkey, following the 2011 earthquake. Data were collected through a survey of 382 households across five districts, examining socioeconomic factors, housing satisfaction, and their impact on overall life satisfaction. Multiple regression analysis revealed that income, satisfactions from housing attributes, neighborhood characteristics and social activities, and demographic factors significantly influence residents' life satisfaction. Households facing fewer difficulties meeting housing expenditures reported higher levels of life satisfaction. The study highlights that both objective housing attributes, such as housing quality, and subjective perceptions, such as neighborhood satisfaction and sense of community, significantly influence residents' overall life satisfaction. These findings, consistent with existing research, underscore the importance of addressing socioeconomic disparities and improving housing quality to enhance residents' well-being. The study emphasizes the need to incorporate residents' needs and preferences into post-disaster permanent housing policies to promote successful resettlement and ensure the long-term well-being of disaster-affected communities.