Over the last decade, the East Side neighborhood has experienced demographic shifts. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between approximately 14,000 and 15,500 residents. Median income has increased from $53,364 in 2018 to $67,980 in 2022, potentially indicating changing economic conditions in the area.

Racial demographics have evolved. The white population has decreased from 60% in 2018 to 55% in 2022, while the Black population has increased from 10% to 15% during the same period. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable at around 24%. These changes suggest a gradually diversifying neighborhood.

The absence of new LIHTC projects in the last decade may be related to the rising median income, which might have reduced the perceived need for additional affordable housing. However, other affordable housing programs not captured in this data may also be serving the community.

The East Side neighborhood of Lancaster has a modest LIHTC-funded affordable housing presence, covering about 1.19% of the estimated housing inventory. The existing LIHTC projects, developed in the early 1990s, provide a mix of unit types to serve diverse low-income household needs. While demographic shifts have occurred over the past decade, including rising median incomes and increasing racial diversity, the neighborhood's LIHTC inventory has remained stable. This analysis provides insight into one aspect of affordable housing in the East Side, though a comprehensive understanding would require consideration of other housing programs and initiatives in the area.