Psychological Costs of Experiencing Homelessness

Psychology Today | 09.07.2026 07:57
On a single night in 2025, at least 745,652 people experienced homelessness in the United States. While this represents a decrease of 3.3% from the prior year, it is nevertheless a staggering number. Chronic homelessness increased by 2% nationally, to an estimated 155,750 (U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 2026).