The LIHTC-funded housing in Columbia Falls offers a mix of unit types, including 21 one-bedroom units, 29 two-bedroom units, and 12 three-bedroom units. This diverse range caters to various household sizes and needs within the low-income population.

Over the past decade, Columbia Falls has experienced steady population growth, increasing from 7,910 in 2015 to 8,694 in 2022. The median income has also shown an upward trend, rising from $45,121 in 2015 to $51,793 in 2022. This economic growth might indicate a changing landscape for housing needs in the city.

Racial demographics have remained relatively stable, with the white population consistently representing over 90% of the city's residents. There has been a slight increase in diversity, with the percentage of residents identifying as two or more races growing from 1% in 2015 to 5% in 2022.

While no new LIHTC projects have been recorded in the last decade, the demographic trends suggest a potential need for additional affordable housing options to keep pace with population growth and rising median incomes.

Columbia Falls has a modest but important LIHTC-funded affordable housing inventory, representing 2.4% of the estimated housing stock. The city's three LIHTC projects, all completed in the early 2000s, provide 79 low-income units with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom options. While the city has experienced population growth and increasing median incomes over the past decade, no new LIHTC projects have been recorded during this period. This analysis highlights the historical importance of LIHTC funding in providing affordable housing options in Columbia Falls and suggests potential opportunities for future affordable housing development to address ongoing population growth and changing demographics.