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Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row

Spokane County reported a second consecutive year of declining homelessness, with the latest Point-in-Time Count showing a drop from 1,578 to 1,189 sheltered individuals. The count, conducted on January 22, 2025, surveyed 1,806 individuals and utilized improved methodology to enhance data accuracy. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasized the importance of consistent engagement in navigating individuals to treatment and housing.

Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row

Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count reveals a second consecutive year of decline in homelessness, with the number of sheltered individuals dropping from 1,578 to 1,189. The new survey methodology, which focused on outreach teams, contributed to a more accurate count, despite an increase in unsheltered individuals from 443 to 617.

Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row

Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count indicates a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with a decrease from 1,578 sheltered individuals to 1,189. The new survey methodology improved data accuracy, revealing a slight increase in unsheltered individuals, attributed to enhanced outreach efforts.

Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row

Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count reveals a decrease in homelessness for the second consecutive year, with 1,806 individuals surveyed. The number of people in emergency shelters dropped from 1,578 to 1,189, reflecting improved coordination in housing placements.

Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row

Spokane County reported a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with the latest Point-in-Time Count revealing 1,806 individuals experiencing homelessness on January 22, 2025. Improved methodologies in data collection contributed to this decline, highlighting a shift in focus towards engaging known unsheltered individuals.

Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row

Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count reveals a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with total individuals experiencing shelter homelessness dropping from 1,578 to 1,189. Improved survey methods contributed to a more accurate count, although the number of unsheltered individuals increased from 443 to 617.

Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row

Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count shows a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with the number of sheltered individuals decreasing from 1,578 to 1,189. Organizers improved data collection methods, which contributed to a more accurate count of 1,806 individuals surveyed. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasized the importance of consistent engagement and navigation to treatment and housing.

Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row

Spokane County reported a decline in homelessness for the second consecutive year, with the Point-in-Time Count revealing 1,806 individuals surveyed on January 22, 2025. The number of people experiencing sheltered homelessness decreased from 1,578 to 1,189, while unsheltered individuals rose from 443 to 617 due to improved survey methods.

Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row

Spokane County's annual snapshot count reveals a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with 1,806 individuals surveyed. Improved methodology focused on outreach teams helped enhance data accuracy, reflecting a decrease in sheltered homelessness and an increase in unsheltered individuals.

Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row

Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count shows a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with 1,806 individuals surveyed. The number of sheltered homeless individuals decreased from 1,578 to 1,189, while unsheltered individuals rose from 443 to 617 due to improved survey methods.