Each year the Mayor's office completes a census report on the state of homelessness in the city of Boston.

Statistical Snapshot of Homelessness in Boston

Population:  On the night of the census there were 7,681 men, women and children, an increase of 11% from last year.

Families:  The total number of homeless men, women, and children in family emergency shelter was 3,870, an increase of 22% from last year.   

Homeless Individuals: The number of homeless men and women without families was 3811, 3% higher than the previous year.  

Fastest Growing Subpopulation - Families: The number of households in family shelter, domestic violence or transitional programs was 872, compared with 746 households the prior year. 

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