Race and Homelessness

Racism and Homelessness

African Americans make up 13% of the population, both in the U.S. and in Dallas.

 

Across the country, on average, African Americans make up 40% of the homeless population, and 28% of the unsheltered homeless population, which is troubling, in and of itself.

 

However, in Dallas, African Americans make up 67% of the homeless population, and 70% of the unsheltered homeless population! 

Read more from Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance here.