| Title |
Examining Regional Shifts in Key Factors Influencing Housing Satisfaction in Korea |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2024.40.12.3 |
| Keywords |
Tenure Type; Housing Satisfaction; Regional Characteristics; Time-series Analysis; Classification and Regression Analysis |
| Abstract |
This study examines how factors influencing residential satisfaction in various regions of Korea have changed from 2014 to 2022, using
housing survey data from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (MOLIT). Unlike previous studies, this research offers a
nationwide time series analysis rather than focusing on a specific region or time. The CART algorithm was applied to determine the relative
importance of factors impacting residential satisfaction. Key findings reveal distinct regional differences: in Seoul, Gyeonggi-do, and Incheon,
accessibility to medical, cultural facilities, and school districts played a significant role. In Busan and Gyeongnam, access to commercial
facilities and safety from accidents were notable. In Chungcheong-do, accessibility to commercial facilities was significant, while school
district quality and public transportation access were important in Jeolla-do. In Gyeongsang-do, construction year and safety from accidents
were key factors. Sejong's regional characteristics aligned with those of Gyeonggi-do, where medical facility accessibility gained importance,
whereas in Daejeon, construction year and commercial facility accessibility had opposing trends. Across all regions and time periods, indoor
environment quality, indoor safety, and cleanliness consistently impacted residential satisfaction, although these factors did not emerge as
significant in overall residential environment satisfaction. |