Washington Sate has the third highest rate of homeless in the United States.
According to a federal report, Washington state had an 18.1% increase in homelessness in 2024. Shocking? No and yes, at the same time. According to the HUD report, Washington had the third largest homeless population in the country in 2024, with 31,554 people experiencing homelessness.
Not long ago, I attended a concert in Tacoma, and was shocked at the amount of tents I saw along the roadways.
Sadly, every time I visit Seattle for concerts, I’m amazed at the amount of homeless I encounter to and from various venues. I’ve literally walked over people sleeping on the sidewalk…