U.S. States with the Highest Homelessness Rates
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Visual Capitalist

Hawaii has the highest homelessness rate in the U.S., followed by Washington D.C. and New York, with a strong correlation between high housing costs and homelessness. The data highlights regional disparities, with West Coast states experiencing higher rates due to rising rents, while Southern and Midwestern states report lower rates, likely due to more affordable housing and land availability.