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NEEDS

All averages are based on Refuge Place assistance provided in 2021.

SHELTER

On average, the cost of temporary shelter for an individual is $41.56 per night.

RENT

On average, the cost of permanent shelter for an individual is $9.85 per night.

UTILITIES

On average, the cost of a single, monthly electric bill is $235.48.

GROCERIES

On average, the cost of a single grocery trip is $197.40.

CLOTHING

On average, the cost of supplying clothes for an individual is $53.80.

MEALS

On average, the cost of a single meal for an individual is $7.71.

FURNITURE

On average, the cost of a piece of furniture (beds, heater, etc.) is $269.90.

PHONE

On average, the cost of a monthly cell phone bill for an individual is $33.28.

CARE PKGS.

On average, the cost of a single care package (socks, snacks, etc.) is $7.03.

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