Homeless Facts
The most recent count of the homeless was conducted on
January 27, 2011. A preliminary briefing on the census was given at
the State of the Homeless Address on February 16, 2011. See a copy
of that presentation here.
Homelessness is a problem that affects thousands of people
across the United States. Many people are forced to live on
the streets and in extreme poverty due to various circumstances.
People who fall into homelessness face many barriers and obstacles
that prevent them from having stability and a sense of comfort and
security in their lives. Homelessness can affect anybody and
everybody.
To learn more about homelessness throughout the United States
and the facts on what causes homelessness in our communities,
please visit the National Coalition for the Homeless' website. Also,
download the article 
Why Are People Homeless, published in July 2009. This article
presents a concise recount from research conducted throughout the
country on why people become homeless.
Point In Time data collected on January 27, 2011:
- On any given day in 2011, there were 2,243 people
considered homeless.
The full report and findings from the 2011 Point In Time Count
and survey will be presented on April 27, 2011.
According to Tarrant County data collected by TCHC:
- In 2009, children made up 25% of the homeless living in
emergency shelters and transitional housing. In 2010, that number
rose to 30%.
- Women make up 38% of the homeless. In 2007, volunteers counted
12 women who were unsheltered. In 2009, volunteers counted 32
women.
- At least 50% of women attribute domestic violence as a factor
leading to their homelessness. In a homeless survey, 20% reported
victimization after becoming homeless. (Because of the nature of
the survey, we believe this number is actually higher.)
- Over 36% of the homeless were employed in some capacity in
2007. Of that number, 48% worked full-time (at least 32 hours per
week).
- It is estimated that 12.8% of Tarrant County lives in poverty.
Of that number, 43.8% are employed.
For more statistics about Tarrant County, use the sidebar to the
left. The links below provide information about Texas and other
counties in North Texas.
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