15. Louisiana
Illegal immigrants per 10,000 people: 1,410
The illegal immigrant workforce may actually be integral to the economy of the state, as reports show that they earn over a billion dollars while contributing $136 million in taxes alone, showing their significance to the state. Around 86% of the illegal population is of a working age, showing that they are focusing on earning a living and providing for themselves.
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