Immigration to the US has increased at its fastest rate in over 20 years.

According to recently released data from the U.S. Census Bureau, there were 47.8 million immigrants living in the United States in 2023, up from 46.2 million in 2022. The immigrant population includes naturalized U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and lawful temporary residents, as well as undocumented immigrants.

Approximately 200 people waved American flags at a naturalization ceremony in Boston on April 17. Photo: Boston Globe

Immigrants accounted for 14.3% of the total US population in 2023, roughly three times the 4.7% recorded in 1970, but still lower than the record high of 14.8% in 1890.

The United States has long been home to more immigrants than any other country. These immigrants come from many countries, with the most common as of 2023 being Mexico (10.9 million people, accounting for 23%), India (2.9 million people, 6%), China (2.4 million people, 5%), and the Philippines (2.1 million people, 4%).

Regarding legal status, nearly three-quarters of immigrants living in the U.S. as of 2022 were naturalized U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or lawful temporary residents. Approximately one-quarter (23%) had immigrated to the U.S. illegally.

Almost all undocumented immigrants living in the United States entered the country without legal authorization, or arrived on non-resident visas and stayed after their visas expired.

An increasing number of undocumented immigrants are being allowed to live and work in the United States, and are receiving temporary protection from deportation. In 2022, approximately 3 million undocumented immigrants were granted this temporary legal protection.

Ngoc Anh (according to Pew Research)

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