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Data + Research

Reliable data and research help tell immigrant stories. Come see with fresh eyes who we are as a society, as a city, a region, and as a community of people who are brought together for diverse reasons.

Percentages of the top industries with the highest share of foreign born workers

(CINCINNATI REGION)

Immigrants & Refugees in Our Region

308,000

Naturalized US citizens In Ohio

89,200

Naturalized US citizens in Kentucky

267,200

US-born Ohio residents have at least one immigrant parent

95,900

US-born Kentucky residents have at least one immigrant parent

Economic Impact of Immigrants & Refugees in the Cincinnati Region

Pie Chart of Economic Impact of Immigrants & Refugees in the Cincinnati Region
$320M
Immigrant & refugee contributions to Social Security and Medicare
$6.8B
Total household income of immigrants & refugees in the Cincinnati region
$4.9B
Total spending power of immigrants & refugees in the Cincinnati region
$1.9B
State & income taxes paid by immigrants & refugees in the Cincinnati region

Our Region at a Glance

of immigrants & refugees have a bachelor’s degree or higher
0 %
of the immigrants & refugees in the Cincinnati region has become a US citizen
0 %
of immigrants arrive from another part of the US
0 %
of immigrants arrive from another country
0 %

Center for Research & Data at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber

Our local Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber is dedicated to making our area a welcoming place for all.

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Northern Kentucky Tri-ED: Economic Development

Our vision is Opportunity and Prosperity for All Northern Kentuckians and we believe this tool will help us build on our economic success.

DASHBOARD

Explore Data & Research

Immigrant and international communities bring a rich cultural and economic infusion to the Cincinnati Metro Area. Discover the many ways in which international community members generate a positive economic impact.

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New Americans in Ohio

The American Immigration Council provides an overview of Immigrants in Ohio, including demographics, entrepreneurship, taxes & spending power, and more.

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New Americans in Kentucky

A look at how immigrant populations impact the state of Kentucky, courtesy of The American Immigration Council.

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Immigrants and Opportunity in America’s Cities

A look at American cities and influential factors for immigrant populations looking to plant new roots.

Understanding the International Student Talent Pipeline

Explore the hidden patterns in America’s international student pipeline. Using the most comprehensive dataset on international students, discover where international students come from, what they study, and how they transition to the US workforce through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

NAFSA International Student Economic Value Tool

NAFSA partners with JB International to conduct an annual state-by-state and congressional district analysis of the economic contributions of international students and their families to the U.S. economy.

International Students in Ohio

International students studying in U.S. colleges and universities in Ohio contribute $1.3 billion and support 10,736 jobs. The economic contributions of international students are in addition to the immeasurable academic and cultural value these students bring to our campuses and local communities.

International Students in Kentucky

International students studying in U.S. colleges and universities in Kentucky contribute $295.5 million and support 1,715 jobs. The economic contributions of international students are in addition to the immeasurable academic and cultural value these students bring to our campuses and local communities.

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BE NKY

A new initiative by BE NKY, the NKY Atlas is a data dashboard for Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties that provides easily accessible data categorized into eight buckets.