The U.S. job market is thriving post-pandemic, thanks in part to the strength of immigrant workers. With an aging American workforce and low birth rates, experts emphasize the vital role immigrants play in driving future economic growth.
In 2023, immigrant workers accounted for a record 18.6% of the workforce, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. They are filling crucial roles in agriculture, technology, and healthcare, where finding qualified workers has been a challenge.
Despite a lower-than-expected job growth in April, the labor force participation rate for foreign-born workers increased slightly to 66%.
“With a declining birth rate and insufficient labor force participation, immigrant workers are not taking jobs but rather contributing to the growth and resilience of the economy by filling essential roles,” said experts.
2024-05-03 13:58:54
Originally published on www.cnbc.com
