Countries With The Most Homeless People

Here’s an overview of the countries with the most homeless people in the world, based on available estimates from recent global data. Homelessness includes people without adequate shelter — living on the streets, in informal settlements, or other unstable conditions — and figures can vary depending on how “homeless” is defined in each context

1. Pakistan — ~8,000,000
Pakistan is widely reported as having the largest homeless population globally, driven by urban migration, poverty, housing shortages, and natural disasters.

2. Syria — ~5,300,000
Ongoing conflict and displacement have left millions without stable housing in Syria, many internally displaced or living in informal settlements.

3. Bangladesh — ~5,000,000
Rapid urban growth, poverty, and climate-related impacts contribute to high homelessness levels, particularly in densely populated cities.

4. Nigeria — ~4,500,000
Economic inequality, high poverty rates, and limited access to affordable housing are major factors in Nigeria’s large homeless population.

5. Philippines — ~4,500,000
Urban overcrowding, natural disasters, and economic challenges contribute to significant homelessness in the Philippines.

6. Uganda — ~4,000,000
In Uganda, poverty, land disputes, and migration have resulted in a large homeless and informal settlement population.

7. Argentina — ~3,600,000
Economic instability, inflation, and housing affordability issues drive homelessness in Argentina.

8. Sudan — ~3,000,000
Conflict, displacement, and economic challenges in Sudan have created large numbers of homeless people.

9. China — ~2,580,000
China’s homelessness is linked to rural-to-urban migration and housing affordability pressures in major cities.

10. Nepal — ~2,500,000
Homelessness in Nepal is associated with urban migration and limited infrastructure to support housing needs.