Over the past decade, Hawthorne has experienced notable demographic shifts. The population has increased from 4,213 in 2015 to 4,731 in 2022, indicating a growing demand for housing. Median income has also risen significantly, from $32,230 in 2015 to $41,714 in 2022, which may influence the need for affordable housing options.

Racial demographics have shown changes as well. The Black population has remained the largest group, increasing from 43% in 2015 to 49% in 2022. The Asian population has decreased from 19% to 12% during this period, while the White population has remained relatively stable, shifting from 19% to 17%. These demographic changes coincide with the introduction of the LIHTC-funded project in 2017, possibly reflecting an effort to address changing housing needs in the neighborhood.

The Hawthorne neighborhood's affordable housing landscape is characterized by a single LIHTC-funded project, the Hawthorne Ecovillage, which provides 75 low-income units. This project, completed in 2017, represents about 4.14% of the estimated housing inventory in the neighborhood. The diverse unit mix caters to various household sizes, with an emphasis on smaller units. The introduction of this affordable housing coincides with population growth and significant increases in median income over the past decade, as well as shifts in racial demographics. These factors collectively indicate a neighborhood experiencing change, with LIHTC-funded housing contributing to addressing evolving housing needs.