Perspectives on Labour and Income
Volume 10, Issue 12, 2009, Pages 13-27

Immigrant low-income rates: The role of market income and government transfers (Article)

Picot G.* , Lu Y. , Hou F.
  • a Social Analysis Division
  • b Social Analysis Division
  • c Social Analysis Division

Abstract

The decline in earnings among immigrants over the past quarter century is well-documented, but its impact on various segments of the immigrant population is less well-known. This study examines long-term trends in the incidence of low income among working-age immigrants, immigrant seniors and the children of immigrants. The study looks at two main factors that contribute to the incidence of low income: market income and government transfers.

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ISSN: 08408750
Cited by: 12
Original Language: English