Homeless Population in the US (2023)

According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the 2023 point-in-time count estimated 580,000 people experiencing homelessness—a 0.3% increase from 2022. About 25% were unsheltered (streets, cars, etc.).

These figures, from the Annual Homeless Assessment Report (AHAR), may undercount due to reliance on self-reporting. They don't capture chronic vs. episodic patterns or subpopulation needs (veterans, families, disabled). For deeper analysis, consult the National Alliance to End Homelessness or the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness.