housing & Homelessness

resolving a shelter crisis

Through collaboration with other community organizations, we strive to increase affordable housing in Burke County funding workforce housing construction projects and certifying families for eligibility; as well as negate homelessness by addressing our homeless populations needs together with community partners. These programs are currently in development.

Need shelter now? Contact a local shelter in Burke, Caldwell or McDowell County, or call NC 2-1-1.

Housing & Homelessness facts

  • The estimated housing need for renters and single-family homes in Burke County. (source)

  • The percentage of low-to-moderate income families paying more than 30% of their income toward housing each month. (source)

  • The number of individuals in Burke County experiencing homelessness (according to informal surveys by the Morganton Dept. of Public Safety).