Macomb County

Homelessness

Homeless Families

• 35% of the homeless population consist of adults and children in families.
• More than 48% were first time homeless.
• The household type with the highest instance of homelessness is female single parent families making up 83% of homeless families.

Top 5 Primary Reasons for Homelessness among Families:

• Eviction
• Domestic Violence
• Under Employment/Low Income
• Loss of Job
• No Affordable Housing

Homeless Singles

• 65% of the homeless population.
• Singles males make up 70% of this homeless population with 30% being single females.
• 6% are veterans and most likely chronically homeless.

Top 5 Primary Reasons for Homelessness among Individuals:

• Eviction
• Loss of Job
• No Affordable Housing
• Family Conflict
• Under Employment/Low Income

Highest Population of Homelessness by Gender and Age Group-Highest to Lowest

• Adult Male Homeless Population (Includes Single Males & Males in Families)
• Age 25-55 years old
• Adult Female Homeless Population (Includes Single Females & Females in Families)
• Age 25-55 years old

• 50% of the homeless population consists of adults and children in families
• More than 51% were first time homeless
• 28% are the working poor and 17% report a monthly income of less than $300

• 50% of the homeless population
• Tend to be male with significant disabilities commonly involving mental illness, substance abuse or chronic health conditions.
• 10% are veterans and most likely chronically homeless

Why People are Homeless

• Unemployment
• Job skills that do not generate a living income
• Lack of reliable transportation
• Medical expenses
• Illness and disability
• Violence in the home