Over the past decade, the West End neighborhood has experienced steady population growth, increasing from 22,345 in 2015 to 24,249 in 2022. During this period, the median income fluctuated, reaching a peak of $50,822 in 2018 before settling at $50,640 in 2022. This overall increase in median income may partially explain the absence of new LIHTC projects since 2008, as the neighborhood's economic situation may have improved.

The racial composition of the neighborhood has also changed. While the West End remains predominantly white, the percentage of white residents decreased from 82% in 2015 to 75% in 2022. Concurrently, there was a notable increase in the Hispanic population, growing from 13% to 18% during the same period. This shift in demographics could potentially influence future affordable housing needs and planning.

The West End neighborhood in Council Bluffs has an established LIHTC-funded affordable housing inventory, with 262 units developed primarily in the late 1980s and early 1990s. While these units represent a small percentage of the estimated housing stock, they provide crucial low-income housing options. The neighborhood has experienced population growth and income fluctuations over the past decade, along with increasing racial diversity. These demographic shifts may influence future affordable housing needs and development in the West End.