Homelessness & Housing

Housing stability and homelessness data for Minneapolis youth.

Data Sources & References
Youth Homelessness
  • ~2,500 MPS students experience homelessness annually
  • 45% are youth of color
  • 20% identify as LGBTQ+
  • Average age: 19 years old
Housing Support Services
  • YouthLink: Drop-in center and housing support
  • The Bridge: Emergency shelter for youth
  • Avenues: Transitional living programs
  • Lutheran Social Service: Host homes program
Key Housing Challenges
Affordability Crisis

Median rent exceeds 30% of youth income

Shelter Capacity

Limited beds for youth-specific shelters

Transition Support

Gap in services for aging-out foster youth

Housing Solutions
  • Rapid rehousing programs with 85% success rate
  • Prevention services reaching 1,200 at-risk youth annually
  • Supportive housing units specifically for transition-age youth
  • Family reunification programs when safe and appropriate