Demographics - American Immigration Council

Immigrants are a vital, dynamic part of the U.S. population—especially when it comes to the workforce. 77.1% of immigrants are of working age (16–64), compared to just 62.0% of U.S.-born residents, making them key contributors to the economy as both taxpayers and consumers. 22.9 million immigrants are active in the U.S. workforce 74% of foreign-born residents are proficient in English 89.4% of all undocumented immigrants are of working age 5.2 million U.S. citizen children living with at least one undocumented family member Only 4.9% of immigrants are under 15, compared to 20.3% of U.S.-born residents 18% of immigrants are 65+, nearly identical to the 17.7% of U.S.-born seniors   Immigrants are not just part of the American story—they’re helping write its future.