By the Numbers: NC Homelessness

In Buzz, November 2025 by Heidi ReidLeave a Comment

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It’s time to give where it matters most.

North Carolina’s homelessness numbers are in, and, news flash: They aren’t good. According to a study by SmileHub, NC’s homelessness crisis is among the worst in the country, recently ranked No. 46. It’s not a pretty picture for the well-being of our state. 

Enter RM’s Give Raleigh campaign. Alongside TowneBank/Towne Insurance, the bold 40-day initiative shines a light on housing vulnerability by partnering with the Cooper Charitable Foundation to secure safe, stable homes for neighbors in need via seven local nonprofits.

We can continue transforming lives across Wake County, one stable home at a time—and thanks to TowneBank/Towne Insurance’s generous match of the first $10,000, every single dollar you give has double the impact.

See the stats solidifying NC’s urgent need to improve, and give whatever you can, even $10—because every dollar counts, and because no one should have to wonder where they’ll sleep tonight. Through Nov. 10, giveraleigh.com

Overall Rank: 46th

32nd: Share of unsheltered homeless individuals

32nd: Year-round beds per homeless person

21st: Food insecurity rate

47th: Minimum-wage hours to afford a studio apartment

29th: Share of homeless individuals under the age of 18

42nd: Anti-homeless policies

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