Einwanderung USA: Geschichte and current trends show the United States remains the world's top destination for immigrants. With over 44 million foreign-born residents as of 2018, immigrants make up about 13.7% of the U.S. population and come from nearly every country globally.
Key points:
- The U.S. has a long history as a nation of immigrants, excluding Native Americans
- Major waves of immigration occurred in the 19th and early 20th centuries
- Current top countries of origin are China, India, Mexico and the Philippines
- About 1 million new immigrants arrive annually
- Approximately 11 million undocumented immigrants reside in the U.S.
- Since 1980, the U.S. has resettled about 3 million refugees