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Affordable Housing in Midtown, Harrisburg: Three Decades of LIHTC Development and Veteran-Focused Projects
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Affordable Housing
DATA
LIHTC Projects
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Population
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Affordable Housing
LIHTC Projects
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Population
Midtown, a neighborhood in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, contains 34 total units in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) funded projects, with 31 designated as low-income units. Based on the 2022 population of 7,994 and using the national average household size, the estimated housing units in the neighborhood are approximately 3,063. LIHTC funded affordable housing accounts for about 1.1% of the estimated housing inventory in Midtown.
The LIHTC program has invested $438,051 in project tax credits for affordable housing in Midtown, averaging approximately $12,884 per unit in federal funding. Affordable housing development in the neighborhood spans over three decades, with the earliest LIHTC projects completed in 1987 and the most recent in 2018. The 1980s marked the most significant period of affordable housing development in Midtown, with six out of eight projects completed during this decade.
The housing mix in LIHTC funded projects includes 4 one-bedroom units, 13 two-bedroom units, and 2 three-bedroom units, indicating a focus on small to medium-sized households. A notable project is "Hub Veterans Housing (The)," completed in 2018, which specifically targets veterans and addresses their unique housing needs.
Midtown has experienced demographic shifts over the past decade. The population has remained relatively stable, increasing slightly from 7,523 in 2019 to 7,994 in 2022. Median income has risen from $45,520 in 2019 to $52,064 in 2022, suggesting improving economic conditions for residents. Racial demographics have also changed, with the white population increasing from 51% to 52%, the Black population decreasing from 34% to 28%, and the Hispanic population growing from 7% to 12% between 2019 and 2022.
The completion of "Hub Veterans Housing (The)" in 2018 aligns with these demographic shifts, potentially responding to changing community needs and the specific requirements of veteran populations. This project demonstrates a continued commitment to affordable housing development in Midtown, adapting to evolving community needs.
Midtown's affordable housing landscape, shaped by LIHTC investments, reflects a long-term commitment to providing low-income housing options. While LIHTC funded units represent a small percentage of the estimated housing inventory, they play a significant role in the neighborhood's housing mix. The area has seen consistent development of affordable housing since the late 1980s, with a recent focus on specialized housing for veterans. These developments have occurred against a backdrop of demographic changes, including population stability, rising median incomes, and evolving racial composition, highlighting the dynamic nature of Midtown's community and housing needs.
