Maplewood in Missouri has a LIHTC-funded affordable housing inventory of 28 units, all designated as low-income. This accounts for approximately 0.9% of the city's estimated 3,127 housing units. The city has two LIHTC-funded projects: "2270 Yale Ave" completed in 1989 and "Maplewood New Heritage Apts" finished in 1997. These projects indicate that affordable housing has been present in the city for over three decades.

The 1990s saw the most affordable housing development in Maplewood. The "Maplewood New Heritage Apts" project consists of 16 units, including 5 one-bedroom, 6 two-bedroom, and 5 three-bedroom units. The "2270 Yale Ave" project comprises 12 two-bedroom units. In total, the LIHTC-funded projects in Maplewood offer 5 one-bedroom units, 18 two-bedroom units, and 5 three-bedroom units, providing a mix of housing options for different household sizes.

Maplewood's population has remained relatively stable over the past decade, with a slight decrease from 8,196 in 2010 to 8,161 in 2022. The median income has increased from $40,238 in 2013 to $55,155 in 2022. Racial demographics have shifted during this period. The white population decreased from 76% in 2013 to 71% in 2022, while the Asian population increased from 2% to 4%. The Black population fluctuated, peaking at 19% in 2017-2018 before decreasing to 11% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 3% in 2013 to 10% in 2022.