San Jose achieved a 23 percent reduction in unsheltered homelessness since 2019, decreasing from over 5,100 to about 4,000 individuals. The city expanded shelter options, with the sheltered population growing 160 percent from 980 to 2,544. San Jose's sheltered rate of nearly 40 percent surpasses both Santa Clara County and California averages. City initiatives like Emergency Interim Housing and hotel leases support this effort, with a plan to add over 1,000 beds by 2025. Ongoing counts will ensure continuous assessment of the homeless situation, illustrating San Jose's commitment to this vital issue.
San José has proven that investing in shelter and interim housing works - now it's time for every city and county to step up and do their fair share.
The city has made significant progress in reducing unsheltered homelessness. This year, we expect to open additional sites that include Emergency Interim Housing and hotel leases.
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