Snohomish County will hold its annual Point-in-Time Homeless Count on January 27. Volunteers will survey individuals without shelter, including those in emergency shelters and transitional housing, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The count includes both visibly unsheltered people and those in non-residential areas.
According to the Snohomish County website, the Point-in-Time Homeless Count involves community and human service providers, counting families and individuals affected by homelessness through February 2. The 2025 count showed a 1 percent decrease from the previous year. These figures help secure funding and identify where resources are most needed.
The annual Point-in-Time Count in Snohomish County helps secure federal and state funding for homelessness programs. In 2025, over 300 volunteers counted 1,140 people in 890 households, including those in shelters and unsheltered.
Snohomish County is seeking volunteers for the Point-in-Time Homeless Count in areas including Arlington, Marysville, and Lynwood. To participate or get more information, email [email protected] or call 425-388-3922.
Resident participation is vital for the Point-in-Time Homeless Count on January 27, as the results help guide the community’s efforts to address homelessness.
