贫困与住房
房屋所有权创造了更稳定的家庭和社区。研究表明，房主更有可能在他们的社区和社区进行投资。这美国社区调查显示，在里诺，2021 年有能力购买价格适中房屋的家庭比以往任何时候都少。这不仅会影响为个人稳定而寻求住房的个人，而且由此产生的不稳定所产生的连锁反应也很广泛——从员工流动增加的行业、学校的入学率波动到我们当地社区普遍缺乏投资和连通性.
造成贫困和缺乏经济适用房的原因很多且复杂，但归根结底是一个简单的事实，即人们的收入跟不上住房成本。为了应对这些压力，采取多管齐下的方法——从为毕业生提供更好的教育和劳动力发展机会到增加各级住房选择的库存。
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VIEW OR PRINT THE FULL REPORT
The Truckee Meadows Tomorrow 2024-2026 Community Progress Report published on November 12, 2024! It includes all 10 Quality of Life areas with the most important data points selected by our Data Advisory Group and TMT team. You will find the same indicators and summaries in each online QOL area with links to NevadaTomorrow.org.
Print it out and take it with you for easy reading and reference.
DIGGING INTO THE DATA
The data on NevadaTomorrow.com includes over 40 indicators related to poverty, housing insecurity, food insecurity, and other social determinants of health impacting the quality of life in the region. The indicators provide a data-driven understanding of socio-economic and health challenges contributing to poverty and homelessness in Washoe County. They cover economic stability, housing affordability, food security, and health determinants, offering insights into vulnerable groups and economic disparities. The housing indicators assess affordability and stability while measuring access to adequate nutrition.Many indicators provide data over time, allowing trend analysis to understand whether conditions are improving or worsening, which is crucial for policy evaluation and planning. By identifying areas with the greatest need, these indicators can guide the allocation of resources and the development of programs to address specific issues effectively.
贫困儿童
许多研究表明，家庭收入会影响孩子的幸福感。与同龄人相比，贫困儿童更容易出现低出生体重和铅中毒等身体健康问题，也更容易出现行为和情绪问题。贫困儿童也往往表现出认知困难，如成绩测试分数所示，并且不太可能完成基础教育。
该指标显示生活在联邦贫困线以下的 18 岁以下人口的百分比。
Percent of Population Living Below Poverty Level
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
Overall, the data shows a positive trend in reducing poverty levels among children, families, and adults with disabilities. However, there is an increase in poverty among seniors, highlighting a potential area of concern that may require targeted interventions.
PEOPLE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
Over the past decade, homelessness in Washoe County has shown concerning trends. The rate of homeless individuals per 100,000 increased from 267.3 to 332.2, indicating a rise of about 24%. The Point-in-Time count, a critical measure of homelessness, rose by 4% from 2023 to 2024, reflecting a growing issue. Meanwhile, the number of WCSD students experiencing homelessness decreased by 40% since 2020, suggesting progress in addressing youth homelessness. These trends highlight the complex nature of homelessness, driven by factors such as domestic crises, unemployment, and lack of affordable housing.
PERCENTAGE OF INCOME SPENT ON HOUSING
The amount of household income spent on housing reveals significant financial burdens. Nearly half of renters spent at least a third of their income on rent in 2022. Almost one out of three homeowners with a mortgage spent at least a third or more of their income on housing, and older adult homeowners show a similar trend, with about a quarter of individuals affected.
Renters
Homeowners with mortgage
Older adult homeowners
Food Insecurity
Food insecurity remains an issue in Washoe County, affecting various demographics, particularly vulnerable populations. As of 2022, the overall food insecurity rate was 12.9%, reflecting a significant increase from 9.7% in previous years. Child food insecurity is particularly concerning, with 16% of children living in food-insecure households, up from 11%. Additionally, 40% of food-insecure children were ineligible for federal assistance in 2022. Seniors also face challenges, with about one-third reporting having to choose between paying for food or transportation and another one in six choosing between food and medical bills.
Children in Transition (CIT) Count
RESOURCES
The City of Reno offers programs, such as the Clean and Safe Program, Reno Works, and the Housing and Neighborhood Development division, to address homelessness and related issues.
The City of Sparks offers rental assistance and housing rehabilitation programs to assist residents with rental needs, prevent evictions, and provide financial aid for essential home repairs.
Envision Washoe 2040 lays out a comprehensive strategy for development and growth over the next 20 years and prioritizes addressing affordable housing by promoting mixed-use projects and implementing regulations and incentives.
The Reno Housing Authority is a government agency that provides affordable housing assistance to low- and moderate-income families and manages various programs, including public housing and Housing Choice Vouchers.
The Washoe County Regional Homelessness Plan outlines the strategies and goals to build a system that makes homelessness rare, brief, and non-reoccurring by focusing on centralized data sharing, coordinated outreach, faster housing placement, emergency shelter provision, accessible case management, and regional affordable housing initiatives.
The Washoe County Sheriff's Homeless Outreach Proactive Engagement (HOPE) Team works to connect with homeless individuals, offer support services, and address quality of life concerns related to homelessness.