- While Indian Americans have a longstanding presence in the United States, their numbers were relatively modest until the 1960s when changes in immigration policies paved the way for an influx of Indian tech workers
- This migration trend not only influenced the immediate workforce but also led to a ripple effect over generations, with other family members following suit
The Indian American population in San Francisco has experienced a remarkable transformation over the past decade, according to the latest census data, reported m9.news.
Between 2010 and 2020, the Indian American community in the city more than doubled in size, a statistic that carries broader significance.
While Indian Americans have a longstanding presence in the United States, their numbers were relatively modest until the 1960s when changes in immigration policies paved the way for an influx of Indian tech workers.
This demographic shift not only reflects the changing face of the city but also underscores the enduring impact of immigration policies on America’s cultural landscape
This migration trend not only influenced the immediate workforce but also led to a ripple effect over generations, with other family members following suit.
In the larger context, the number of Americans identifying their racial origin as solely Asian Indian surged by over 50%, reaching nearly 4.4 million people nationwide during the same decade.
San Francisco, in particular, exemplifies this growth, with the Indian American population more than doubling from approximately 9,000 in 2010 to slightly over 22,000 in 2020.
This demographic shift not only reflects the changing face of the city but also underscores the enduring impact of immigration policies on America’s cultural landscape.
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