The number of unhoused individuals in Alameda has decreased by 46.8% since 2024, according to the latest Point-in-Time (PIT) Count conducted on January 22, 2026.
Every two years, communities across the country conduct counts of individuals experiencing both sheltered homelessness (living in temporary housing) and unsheltered homelessness (living on the street, in cars, or tents). The PIT Count is federally mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
According to recently released data from Alameda County, the County saw an 18% decrease in unsheltered homelessness and a 13% overall reduction in homelessness countywide. For the City of Alameda, the 46.8% decrease was especially significant.
“We are gratified to have reduced homelessness in our city by almost 47% over the past two years,” said Alameda Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft. “This outcome shows what is possible when a city invests in compassionate, proactive programs and services to support residents in need.”
Mayor Ashcraft acknowledged the hard working, dedicated City staff and City partners, including the Warming Shelter, Dignity Village, Alameda’s Day and Night Center, the Safe Parking Program, Street Engagement Team, CARE Team, emergency supportive housing, and Alameda Family Services. “Their unwavering commitment is vital to reducing our unsheltered population by connecting individuals with essential services and resources,” she said.
The City’s progress was made possible by a strong network of programs, partnerships, and direct outreach efforts to connect individuals experiencing homelessness with employment opportunities, healthcare resources, and pathways to permanent housing.
The 2026 PIT Count results reflect the City of Alameda’s meaningful progress over the past two years to address homelessness effectively and compassionately, an announcement posted by the City stated, adding that Alameda remains committed to continuing these efforts going forward.
If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness in the City of Alameda, please check these available resources for help.
