NYC To Spend Over $2.3 Billion On Migrant Housing As It Seeks 14,000 More Hotel Rooms

New York City’s Department of Homeless Services is seeking to secure 14,000 additional hotel rooms to house migrants through 2025, as the cost of housing continues to rise. The city’s spending on migrant housing over the past two years and the current fiscal year is projected to exceed $2.3 billion, with hotels playing a significant role in the city’s sheltering strategy.

Currently, around 150 hotels are being used as emergency shelters for migrants, and total spending on migrant services is expected to reach nearly $5.76 billion over the course of three years. The surge in migrant arrivals has placed a tremendous financial burden on the city, which is struggling to find more temporary housing options to meet the demand.

Mayor Eric Adams’ administration is facing criticism over the rising costs, particularly the billions spent on housing alone. As the migrant crisis continues, officials are being urged to find long-term solutions rather than relying on expensive short-term options like hotels.

The costs of housing migrants continue to escalate, and with the city planning to secure more hotel rooms, concerns about the sustainability of this approach are growing. As New York City grapples with the ongoing crisis, the search for more permanent and affordable solutions becomes increasingly urgent.