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A bar chart that shows immigrant workersâ share in five construction trades. Drywall and ceiling installers lead at 57%, followed by plasterers and stucco masons at 56%. Roofers and painters or paperhangers are each 53%, while carpet, floor and tile installers are lowest at 51%.

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Data: National Association of Home Builders analysis of 2024 census data; Chart: Emily Peck/Axios

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Data: U.S. Census Bureau, International Database; Chart: Noah Bressner/Axios

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