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Affordable Housing in Ewing: LIHTC Projects Shape Neighborhood Demographics
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Affordable Housing
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LIHTC Projects
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Population
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Affordable Housing
LIHTC Projects
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Population
The Ewing neighborhood in Springfield, Missouri, contains a significant number of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) funded affordable housing units. The neighborhood has 86 units in LIHTC-funded projects, with 79 designated as low-income units. This represents approximately 8.6% of the estimated 1,005 housing units in the neighborhood, based on the 2022 population of 2,623.
The LIHTC program has invested $978,000 in tax credits in Ewing, averaging about $11,372 per unit in LIHTC-funded projects. Recent developments include James Place, completed in 2016, and Talia Apartments, completed in 2018, indicating ongoing efforts to expand affordable housing options. The 2010s were a significant period for affordable housing development in the neighborhood.
The LIHTC-funded housing inventory in Ewing primarily consists of one-bedroom (44 units) and two-bedroom (36 units) units, with 6 three-bedroom units. This distribution suggests a focus on accommodating smaller households and families. Both James Place and Talia Apartments target individuals with disabilities, addressing the housing needs of a specific vulnerable population.
Ewing's demographics have changed over the past decade. The population peaked at 4,093 in 2016 before declining to 2,623 in 2022. Median income has generally increased, rising from $17,072 in 2013 to $24,619 in 2022, despite some fluctuations.
The neighborhood's racial composition has shifted. The white population decreased from 92% in 2013 to 79% in 2022. Concurrently, the Hispanic population increased from 1% to 9%, and those identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 10%. These demographic changes coincide with the development of LIHTC projects, potentially reflecting efforts to provide affordable housing options for a diversifying community.
The Ewing neighborhood demonstrates a commitment to affordable housing through its LIHTC-funded projects. These developments represent a significant portion of the local housing inventory and address specific community needs, such as housing for individuals with disabilities. The neighborhood's changing demographics align with the timing of these affordable housing developments. While LIHTC projects contribute substantially to the affordable housing stock, they may not fully meet the estimated need for affordable housing in the area, suggesting potential opportunities for further development or complementary housing programs.
