Over the past decade, zip code 78745 has experienced population growth, increasing from 53,034 in 2010 to 58,186 in 2022. The median income has also risen significantly, from $57,723 in 2013 to $70,615 in 2022, representing a 22.3% increase. The racial distribution has remained relatively stable, with a slight increase in diversity. The White population has seen a small increase from 52% in 2013 to 53% in 2022, while the Hispanic population has decreased slightly from 40% to 38% during the same period. The Asian population has grown from 1% to 2%, and the Black population has remained steady at 4%.

The development of LIHTC projects in zip code 78745 aligns with the population growth and increasing median income, suggesting a continued need for affordable housing options despite rising incomes. The modest but significant LIHTC-funded affordable housing presence, with 787 total units across six projects, represents about 3.5% of the estimated housing inventory. The area has seen consistent development of affordable housing over a 15-year period, with the most active period being the 2010s. The housing stock is primarily composed of one and two-bedroom units, catering to smaller households. Despite rising median incomes and a relatively stable racial distribution, the continued development of LIHTC projects through 2018 indicates an ongoing need for affordable housing options in this growing and evolving zip code.