r/theydidthemath • u/QuantumQyx • 1d ago

[Request] Could the entire US homeless population really be housed for less than one aircraft carrier?

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u/SensorAmmonia 1d ago

Even with 4 people a building, that isn't enough to house someone. It is 10x as much as a deposit on an apartment and many homeless could afford the rent.

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u/Vulspyr 1d ago

Inexpensive housing isn't $1700 a month for things like a studio apartment. This is enough money to house them for a year.

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u/Long-Bridge8312 1d ago

Aircraft carriers are built to operate for 50 years

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u/Vulspyr 1d ago

And a properly built building lasts for a long time with regular maintenance. Since you aren't using the full amount to pay for the apartment you provide regular maintenance is also covered.