How Much Would It Cost to Provide Housing First to All Households Staying in Homeless Shelters?

This report examines the estimated cost of ending homelessness in the U.S. for one year. Using 2022 data, the analysis reveals that homeless response systems can only place 16% of sheltered households into permanent housing. To provide housing for all individuals experiencing homelessness within a year, an estimated $9.6 billion in additional funding is needed.