Immigrants Represent 20% of CT Workers and Contribute Significantly to the Economy, Reveals Study

STAMFORD.- A new report by the non-profit organization DataHaven and the Connecticut Immigrant Support Network highlights the importance of immigrants in the state economy. Despite representing only 15% of the population, immigrants occupy 20% of jobs in Connecticut. Economic Contributions of Immigrants Immigrants play a key role in sectors such as construction, agriculture and hospitality.