Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy

August 5, 2025

United Ways of California: The Economic Impact of Immigrants in California

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Communities across California are feeling the effects of immigration raids and mass deportation efforts, both in the fabric of their communities as well as their economies. Actions and threats against employees, jobs, and neighbors will have a profound impact on our state and nation in both the short and long term. Here, we delve deeper into one aspect of why by discussing the impact immigrants have on our economy.