Homelessness in Tulsa is a growing concern, with a recent report indicating a 4% increase in 2025. This follows a 23% increase the previous year. The city's point-in-time count identified 1,449 unsheltered individuals, with the primary reason being a lack of affordable housing. Efforts to address this issue include initiatives focused on strengthening landlord relationships, promoting fair housing practices and expanding voucher programs. Are you homeless? 

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Key Points:

Rising Numbers:

Tulsa is experiencing a significant increase in homelessness, with the latest count showing a 4% rise in 2025. 

Affordable Housing Crisis:

The primary driver of homelessness in Tulsa is the lack of affordable housing options, with a substantial number of individuals citing it as the reason for being unsheltered. 

Point-in-Time Count:

The annual point-in-time count conducted by Housing Solutions Tulsa revealed 1,449 unsheltered individuals. 

Systemic Issues:

There's a growing recognition that homelessness is not just an immediate problem but also a result of deeper systemic issues like the lack of affordable housing and the need for more robust social support systems. 

Efforts to Address:

Organizations like Housing Solutions Tulsa are working to address homelessness through various programs, including strengthening relationships with landlords, promoting fair housing practices, and expanding voucher programs. 

Community Involvement:

Community coalitions and organizations are actively involved in addressing homelessness through initiatives like point-in-time counts, outreach programs, and providing resources to those experiencing homelessness. 

Future Goals:

Tulsa aims to achieve functional zero homelessness by 2030, reduce blighted properties, increase affordable housing units, and ensure adequate low-barrier shelter capacity according to Monroe-Nichols.