Zip code 35222 has experienced demographic shifts over the past decade. The population has remained relatively stable, with a slight decrease from 7,945 in 2013 to 7,818 in 2022. Median income has increased from $51,900 in 2013 to $63,043 in 2022, indicating an improvement in economic conditions.

Racial demographics in zip code 35222 have changed. The white population increased from 54% in 2013 to 62% in 2022, while the black population decreased from 39% to 32% during the same period. The Hispanic population remained stable at around 2-3%. Despite these demographic changes, no new LIHTC projects have been developed in the last decade, possibly due to the increased median income reducing the perceived need for additional affordable housing.

Zip code 35222 in Birmingham, Alabama, has one LIHTC funded affordable housing project, Avondale Gardens, serving the community since 2001. This project, focused on individuals with mental illness, represents a small but significant portion of the area's housing inventory. While demographic changes over the past decade show an increase in median income and shifts in racial composition, the affordable housing stock has remained constant. This analysis provides insight into the role of LIHTC funding in addressing affordable housing needs in zip code 35222.