Over the past decade, Marlborough East has experienced some notable demographic shifts. The population has decreased from 1,945 in 2016 to 1,076 in 2022, a decline of about 45%. Despite this population decrease, the median income has shown a positive trend, rising from $16,362 in 2016 to $28,083 in 2022, an increase of approximately 72%.

The racial composition of the neighborhood has also evolved. The percentage of Black residents has decreased from 75% in 2016 to 60% in 2022, while the percentage of White residents has increased slightly from 22% to 30% over the same period. There has also been an increase in the Hispanic population, from 0% in 2016 to 7% in 2022.

These demographic changes, particularly the decreasing population and increasing median income, may partly explain why no new LIHTC projects have been developed in the neighborhood since 2002. The rising income levels might indicate a reduced need for additional affordable housing units in recent years.

Marlborough East has a significant inventory of LIHTC funded affordable housing, covering nearly half of the estimated housing units in the neighborhood. The affordable housing stock, developed between 1987 and 2002, primarily consists of two and three-bedroom units, suggesting a focus on family-oriented housing. While the neighborhood has experienced a population decline and income growth over the past decade, along with shifts in racial composition, the existing LIHTC projects continue to play a crucial role in providing affordable housing options for residents. The lack of recent LIHTC development may reflect changing neighborhood dynamics and potentially reduced demand for additional affordable housing units.