Tax Contributions
Do undocumented immigrants pay taxes?
Undocumented immigrants play a crucial role in the U.S. economy, not only through their labor but also through substantial tax contributions that support public services and government programs. In 2023, households led by undocumented immigrants paid $89.8B in total taxes. This includes:- $33.9B in state and local taxes and $55.8B in federal taxes.
- In 2023, approximately 4.9% of the U.S. workforce was undocumented.
- 89.4% of undocumented immigrants are of working age.
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