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Affordable Housing
LIHTC Projects
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Population
Zip code 76020, located in Briar, Texas, has a population of 32,474 as of 2022 and covers an area of 71.2 square miles. This zip code has 3 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) funded affordable housing projects, providing a total of 64 affordable units, all of which are designated as low-income units. Based on the estimated housing inventory of 12,442 units, the LIHTC funded affordable housing covers approximately 0.51% of the zip code's housing stock.
The LIHTC program has been supporting affordable housing in this zip code since at least 1991, with the completion of Gateway Village Apartments. The most recent project with available data is Eagle Lake Gardens Apartments, completed in 2002. This indicates that LIHTC funded affordable housing has been present in the area for over two decades.
The 2000s saw the most recent LIHTC project completion with Eagle Lake Gardens Apartments in 2002. This project contributed significantly to the affordable housing inventory, adding 59 low-income units to the zip code. In terms of unit types, the available data shows that there are at least 5 one-bedroom units in the LIHTC funded projects. However, the full distribution of unit types is not complete in the provided information.
Over the past decade, the population in zip code 76020 has grown steadily, increasing from 26,567 in 2013 to 32,474 in 2022. This represents a growth of about 22% over this period. Concurrently, the median income has also risen, from $67,309 in 2013 to $81,662 in 2022, an increase of approximately 21%.
The racial composition of the zip code has remained relatively stable, with a slight decrease in the white population from 87% in 2013 to 80% in 2022. The Hispanic population has seen a modest increase from 9% to 15% during the same period. These demographic shifts might indicate a growing need for diverse and affordable housing options in the area.
Despite the population growth and income changes, there have not been new LIHTC funded projects completed in the last decade. This could be due to various factors, including changes in funding priorities, land availability, or other housing programs meeting the area's needs.
Zip code 76020 in Briar, Texas, has a small but established LIHTC funded affordable housing inventory, with 64 low-income units across 3 projects. While this represents only about 0.51% of the estimated housing stock, it is important to note that other affordable housing programs may also be present in the area. The zip code has experienced significant population growth and income increases over the past decade, which could potentially influence future affordable housing needs. The racial composition has remained relatively stable, with a slight increase in diversity. As the community continues to evolve, ongoing assessment of affordable housing needs will be crucial to ensure a balanced housing market for all residents.