Eagan opens Veteran Village for homeless veterans
A new Veteran Village in Eagan opened Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, providing housing and support for veterans experiencing homelessness in Dakota County. The facility’s launch expands local capacity to serve unhoused veterans in the south Twin Cities metro.
📌 Key Facts
- Opening date: Dec. 5, 2025
- Location: Eagan, Dakota County (Twin Cities metro)
- Purpose: Supportive housing for veterans experiencing homelessness
📊 Relevant Data
The total number of Veterans who experienced homelessness in the US in 2024 was 32,882, a decrease of 7.5% from 2023.
As of late summer 2024, there were only 184 homeless veterans in Minnesota.
Minnesota's Homeless Vets are Finally Coming Home — mnrealtor.com
Black veterans are significantly overrepresented among homeless veterans, making up 31% of the homeless veteran population while comprising only about 13.6% of the total veteran population.
The State of Veteran Homelessness [2024] — Mission Roll Call
Common causes of homelessness among veterans include substance abuse, PTSD and mental health issues, and low income and economic instability.
What are the Causes of Veteran Homelessness | NVHS — nvhs.org