Homelessness is a prominent problem affecting many cities across the United States and all races and ethnicities. By 2022, approximately 18 out of 10,000 U.S. residents will experience homelessness, according to the U.S. 2023 State of Homelessness Report By the National Alliance to End Homelessness.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development has a multifaceted definition of homelessness. Believed to be homeless Where there is no “fixed, regular and adequate overnight accommodation,” including those staying in temporary housing, temporary housing, or non-residential locations. This definition also includes people at imminent risk of homelessness who have no support network or alternative housing options to provide a roof over them.

of Leading cause of homelessness in the United States According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness, these include lack of affordable housing, low income and unemployment, physical and mental health problems, domestic violence, and more.

Using HUDs 2022 Homelessness Annual Assessment Report, Stacker We’ve compiled a list of stats and facts about homelessness in the US