N.J. homeless population rises in 2024

The homeless population grew by 24% statewide, but the change was not even across counties. Passaic County saw its homeless population grow by 74%, while four counties saw the population decrease, an analysis of Monarch Housing Associates data shows.

The homeless population grew by 24% statewide, but the change was not even across counties. Passaic County saw its homeless population grow by 74%, while four counties saw the population decrease, an analysis of Monarch Housing Associates data shows.
Data based on point-in-time studies conducted on January 23, 2024 and January 24, 2023 by Monarch Housing Associates. Percent change based on an NJ Advance Media analysis.
Chart: Nyah MarshallSource: Monarch Housing AssociatesCreated with Datawrapper