Shamokin has experienced a gradual population decline, decreasing from 7,310 in 2015 to 6,915 in 2022. Despite this decline, the median income has increased from $28,527 in 2015 to $35,149 in 2022, indicating changing economic conditions in the city.

The racial composition of Shamokin has evolved over the last decade. The white population has decreased from 97% in 2015 to 80% in 2022. Concurrently, diversity has increased, with the Hispanic population growing from 2% to 11% and the population identifying as two or more races increasing from 0% to 7% during the same period.

These demographic shifts, including rising median income and increasing diversity, may influence the demand for affordable housing in the city. However, no new LIHTC projects have been developed in recent years, which could suggest that other housing programs or economic factors are addressing the city's affordable housing needs.

Shamokin's LIHTC-funded affordable housing inventory consists of one project, Center City Apartments, providing affordable units since 1989. While LIHTC-funded units represent a small percentage of the city's estimated housing stock, other affordable housing programs may supplement this inventory. The city has experienced demographic changes over the past decade, including a slight population decline, increasing median income, and growing diversity. These factors may influence future affordable housing needs and development in Shamokin.