Over the past decade, Hilltop 2's population has fluctuated, with a general downward trend from 1,722 in 2015 to 1,418 in 2022. Despite this population decrease, the median income has shown an overall increase, rising from $25,520 in 2015 to $28,838 in 2022. This trend may indicate a gradual economic improvement in the neighborhood.

The racial composition of Hilltop 2 has also experienced shifts. The percentage of Black residents decreased from 45% in 2015 to 35% in 2020 but increased again to 49% in 2022. Conversely, the white population increased from 39% in 2015 to 53% in 2020 but decreased to 42% in 2022. These fluctuations suggest ongoing demographic changes in the neighborhood.

The most recent LIHTC project in Hilltop 2 was completed in 2013. The subsequent years have seen both increases and decreases in median income, which may have influenced the perceived need for additional affordable housing projects.

Hilltop 2 demonstrates a significant commitment to affordable housing through its LIHTC-funded projects. The neighborhood's affordable housing inventory, covering about 21.4% of the estimated housing stock, aligns well with recommended targets for balanced communities. The focus on one-bedroom and two-bedroom units suggests an emphasis on accommodating smaller households and potentially seniors. Over the past decade, the neighborhood has experienced fluctuations in population and racial composition, along with a general trend of increasing median income. These demographic shifts may have influenced the pace of affordable housing development in recent years.