Temporary Shelters Global Market Report 2025

The temporary shelters market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $40.9 billion in 2024 to $42.97 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increase in natural disasters and emergencies, rise in homelessness and displacement, growth in the construction industry, increase in refugee populations and economic growth.

The temporary shelters market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $52.74 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increase in government funds, growth in the tourism industry, rise in demand for eco-friendly shelters, increase in adoption of modular and prefabricated shelters and emergence of smart and connected temporary shelters. Major trends in the forecast period include growing popularity of tiny homes and micro-shelters, increase in use of technology for design and construction, growing focus on safety and security features, emergence of public-private partnerships and rise in demand for customizable and personalized homes.

The forecast of 5.3% growth over the next five years reflects a slight reduction of 0.1% from the previous projection. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. Tariffs on prefabricated housing modules, bedding materials, and thermal equipment could significantly increase setup costs, affecting the capacity of temporary shelters during emergencies.The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The temporary housing market has experienced growth driven by an increase in government funding for such initiatives. To illustrate, the Canadian federal government recently pledged $15 million for temporary housing in Toronto, aimed at addressing capacity issues within local shelters and respite centers. Additionally, in July 2023, Canada's Immigration office, a government agency, injected $212 million into the Interim Housing Assistance Program (IHAP), extending its support until March 31, 2024.

Anticipated increases in natural disasters are poised to be a significant driver of the temporary shelter market in the future. Natural disasters, resulting from Earth's natural processes, emphasize the need for well-organized and efficient systems to establish temporary shelters. These shelters play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, welfare, and recovery of populations affected by disasters, forming an integral part of disaster response and recovery efforts. For instance, according to a report by Forbes in June 2023, the U.S. has witnessed a significant rise in natural disasters over recent decades. Over the past five years, the country has experienced an annual average of 18 billion-dollar climate disasters, compared to 6.7 billion-dollar disasters per year in the 2000s. In 2022 alone, 18 climate disasters caused a total of $175.2 billion in damages. Hence, the increase in natural disasters is a driving force behind the temporary shelter market.

A notable trend in the temporary shelters market is the increasing adoption of strategic partnerships. Major players are forming partnerships to expand their market reach and leverage each other's resources. For instance, in July 2022, New York City's nonprofit organization partnered with Eric Leroy Adams, the Mayor of New York City, dedicating over $8 million to assist homeless individuals in securing housing and treatment programs.

A temporary shelter is a short-term, impermanent structure designed to offer protection and refuge to individuals experiencing homelessness. These shelters play a crucial role in assisting homeless individuals on their journey toward reintegrating into a stable living situation. Many temporary shelters are tailored to specific sites and the needs of the people they serve, offering a more personalized approach to addressing homelessness.

The primary categories of temporary shelters include homeless shelters and emergency shelters. Homeless shelters are a specific type of service agency that offers temporary housing solutions to homeless individuals and families. These shelters come in different sizes, including small, medium, and large, and serve various applications, such as personnel shelters, vehicle-mounted shelters, medical facility bases, aircraft bases, command posts, and other uses.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a considerable impact on the social services market by driving up costs for essential goods, assistive technologies, and digital infrastructure many of which are sourced from tariff-affected regions. Providers of healthcare, elderly care, and community-based services are facing tighter budgets, as rigid government contracts and funding constraints limit their ability to offset these rising expenses. This climate of uncertainty has also slowed investments in digital transformation and telehealth solutions, hindering efforts to enhance service accessibility and operational efficiency. In response, organizations are increasingly turning to local suppliers, establishing joint procurement strategies to manage costs, and adopting affordable digital tools to sustain service delivery amid ongoing financial pressures.

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Leading companies in the temporary shelter market are focusing on the development of 3D printed shelters as a means to boost their revenues. 3D printed temporary shelters offer an innovative solution to address urgent housing needs and hold promise for humanitarian and disaster relief efforts, combining speed, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. For instance, in July 2023, the city of Chattanooga in Tennessee collaborated with Branch Technology to create 3D printed shelters for homeless individuals, which could also serve as temporary housing for disaster victims or refugees.

Major companies operating in the temporary shelters market include The American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, UNICEF, The Emergency Food and Shelter Program, ShelterBox Trust, National Alliance to End Homlessness, The National Coalition for the Homeless, Covenant House, The Bowery Mission, The Midnight Mission, The Rescue Mission, The Union Rescue Mission, The City Mission, The Samaritan Inn, The Mustard Seed, The Road Home, The House of Charity, The Open Door Mission, The Denver Rescue Mission, The Nashville Rescue Mission, The Atlanta Mission, The Seattle's Union Gospel Mission, The Portland Rescue Mission, The San Francisco City Impact, The Los Angeles Mission, The Good Shepherd Center, The St. Vincent de Paul Society, The Catholic Charities, The Homeless Prenatal Program, The Homeless Children's Education Fund.

Western Europe was the largest region in the temporary shelters market in 2024. Asia-Pacific was the second-largest region in the temporary shelters market. The regions covered in the temporary shelters market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the temporary shelters market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The temporary shelter market consists of revenues earned by entities that provide short-term shelter for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault or child abuse, temporary residential shelter for the homeless, runaway youths, and patients and families caught in medical crisis. These establishments may operate their own shelters or may subsidize housing using existing homes, apartments, hotels, or motels. The temporary shelter market also includes establishments such as battered women’s shelters, emergency shelters, homeless shelters. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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