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Homelessness in the U.S. Hits Record High: A 2024 Snapshot

Homeless at Ridgewood Train Station

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, Homelessness in the United States has reached its highest level since the federal government began tracking the issue nearly 20 years ago. According to new data, almost 772,000 people experienced homelessness on a single night in January 2024, marking an 18% increase from 2023. This alarming statistic sheds light on a deepening crisis fueled by soaring rents, limited affordable housing, and an influx of migrants seeking asylum.

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