Illinois Homelessness Statistics
As of January 2018, Illinois had an estimated 10643 experiencing homelessness on any given day, as reported by Continuums of Care to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Of that Total, 1223 were family households, 804 were Veterans, 684 were unaccompanied young adults (aged 18-24), and 1625 were individuals experiencing chronic homelessness.
Public school data reported to the U.S. Department of Education during the 2017-2018 school year shows that an estimated public school students experienced homelessness over the course of the year. Of that total, students were unsheltered, were in shelters, were inhotels/motels, and were doubled up.
Use our map to compare Illinois homeless statistics with other states and filter statistics by the data source. You can also find contact information for each state under the map.
If you are experiencing homelessness, please contact the Continuum of Care in your local area for assistance.