Over the past decade, the Western 49-63 neighborhood has experienced demographic shifts. The population grew from 4,388 in 2013 to 4,736 in 2022, indicating a moderate increase in residents. Median income fluctuated, peaking at $90,286 in 2019, but decreasing to $68,630 in 2022.

Racial demographics remained relatively stable, with a slight decrease in the white population from 79% in 2013 to 78% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased notably, growing from 1% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The Asian and Black populations remained relatively constant at around 4-5% each.

The absence of new LIHTC projects in the last decade, despite population growth, may be attributed to the neighborhood's relatively high median income, potentially reducing the perceived need for additional low-income housing. However, the recent decline in median income might indicate a potential need for future affordable housing initiatives.

The Western 49-63 neighborhood in Kansas City has a small LIHTC funded affordable housing inventory, established in the late 1980s and early 1990s. While this inventory represents a small fraction of the estimated housing stock, it provides important low-income housing options. The neighborhood has experienced moderate population growth and income fluctuations over the past decade, along with an increase in Hispanic residents. These demographic shifts, particularly the recent decline in median income, may warrant reassessment of affordable housing needs in the future.