New Mexico Homelessness Statistics
As of January 2018, New Mexico had an estimated 2551 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, 201 were family households, 290 were Veterans, 182 were unaccompanied young adults (aged 18-24), and 891 were individuals experiencing chronic homelessness.
Public school data reported to the U.S. Department of Education during the 2016-2017 school year shows that an estimated 10071 public school students experienced homelessness over the course of the year. Of that total, 844 students were unsheltered, 855 were in shelters, 438 were inhotels/motels, and 7930 were doubled up.
Use our map to compare New Mexico 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.