The racial composition of zip code 62230 has remained predominantly white, consistently above 94% throughout the decade. There has been a slight increase in diversity, with the Hispanic population growing from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, and the Asian population maintaining a steady 1% representation.

The absence of new LIHTC projects in the last decade, coupled with the relatively stable population and increasing median income, might suggest a reduced need for additional low-income housing in this area. However, it is important to note that other affordable housing programs not covered by this data may also be serving the community's needs.

In summary, zip code 62230 has a single LIHTC funded affordable housing project, Southern Illinois Manors #2, which has been providing 6 one-bedroom units since 1999. While this represents a small fraction of the estimated housing inventory, it has been a consistent source of affordable housing for over two decades. The area has experienced stable population growth and increasing median incomes over the past decade, which may have influenced the lack of new LIHTC projects during this period. The racial composition has remained predominantly white, with a slight increase in Hispanic representation. These demographic trends provide context for understanding the affordable housing landscape in this zip code, though a comprehensive assessment would require consideration of additional affordable housing programs and local economic factors.