California’s Housing Goal by 2030
The State of California has officially adopted a target of 2.5 million new housing units by the end of 2030. This goal represents the scale of housing production needed to help alleviate the ongoing affordability and homelessness crises.Governor of California+1Center for American ProgressAP News
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The target was adjusted down in 2022 from an earlier, more ambitious goal of 3.5 million units by 2025.San Francisco ChronicleCalMattersWikipedia
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As of late 2025, local jurisdictions have planned for approximately 1.1 million units, well short of the goal.San Francisco Chronicle
Why 2.5 Million Units?
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This number reflects the additional units needed on top of what already exists to meet projected housing demand.
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It’s not simply replacing old units; it’s about accommodating population growth, correcting long-term underbuilding, and providing for affordability.WikipediaCenter for American Progress
Summary Table
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing units needed by 2030 | 2.5 million new units |
| Units planned to date | ~1.1 million units |
| Gap between plan and goal | ~1.4 million units |
Bottom Line
California needs 2.5 million new housing units by 2030 to meet projected demand—however, as of now, only around 1.1 million are planned, leaving a significant shortfall of about 1.4 million units.
