Homelessness in America is Now at a Record Rate

The U.S. has witnessed a significant surge in homelessness, with preliminary data indicating an 11% rise from 2022, marking the largest increase since 2007, according to a Wall Street Journal review. This analysis included data from over 300 entities responsible for counting homeless individuals across various regions. The increase is attributed to mounting pressures such as escalating housing costs, limited affordable rental options, and the ongoing opioid crisis. As pandemic-era support measures, like eviction moratoriums, conclude, housing expenses have become an even more prominent factor.