Central Oregon makes strides in reducing homelessness, count reveals

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) The Homeless Leadership Coalition announced a significant decrease in homelessness for Bend and the Central Oregon region, according to its 2026 Point in Time Count. The count, conducted from Jan. 27 through Feb. 2, found a 16% reduction in people experiencing homelessness in Bend.

The broader Central Oregon region also experienced a 19.1% decrease in homelessness compared to 2025. This data reflects a regional effort to address housing needs for people without homes.