H-1B workers account for approximately 10% of the IT labor force in the United States, according to recent analysis. This statistic highlights the substantial presence of foreign workers in key technology roles, particularly in software development and data analysis fields.
Key Details:
- H-1B workers represent 22% of Software Developers, Applications and Statisticians.
- Other significant roles include 18% in Computer Occupations, all other, and 12% in Computer Systems Analysts.
- The influx of H-1B workers has been linked to a decrease in earnings for U.S. workers in these sectors.
- The findings suggest that the growth in labor supply from H-1B visas may outpace the demand for domestic workers.
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Source: @RonHira