FELIZ HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
VIVA LA CULTURA
National Hispanic Heritage Month is here, and it's time to celebrate the incredible culture and contributions of our Hispanic friends! So grab your sombrero and get ready for a fiesta of fun facts and witty observations.
First off, did you know that there are a whopping 62.1 million people of Hispanic origin in the United States? That's like a whole lot of tacos! And get this, they make up 18.7% of the nation's total population. That's a spicy statistic right there!
But wait, it gets even better. The Hispanic population grew by a whopping 23% from 2010 to 2020. It's like they're multiplying faster than churros at a county fair! And guess where the fastest growth was? In the South, y'all! The number of Hispanics in the South increased by 33%. Looks like they've got a thing for sweet tea and southern hospitality.
Now let's talk about diversity, because the Hispanic population is as diverse as a salsa bar. We're talking about people from over 20 different countries or regions represented in the 2020 Census. That's more flavors than Ben & Jerry's ice cream! The largest groups were Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Cubans, and Salvadorans. They're like a Latin United Nations, bringing all the flavor to the party!
And did you know that Hispanics are young at heart? Their median age in 2020 was 29.8 years, compared to 38.4 years for the total population. They're practically aging in reverse, like Benjamin Button but with better dance moves. And speaking of dance moves, have you seen their salsa skills? It's like they were born with rhythm in their blood.
But it's not just about dancing and having a good time. Hispanics also know how to make their voices heard. In the November 2020 election, 38.8% of eligible Hispanic voters cast their ballot. That's a 10 percentage point increase from the previous election. Looks like they're not just bringing the salsa, but also making sure their voices are heard in the political arena.
Now let's talk business, because Hispanics are not just here to party. According to the 2019 American Community Survey, there were 4.7 million Hispanic-owned businesses in the United States. That's a whole lot of entrepreneurship and spicy flavors hitting the market! And get this, these businesses generated a whopping $800 billion in annual revenue. That's enough guacamole to fill an Olympic-sized swimming pool!
But it's not just about business success. Hispanics are also rocking it in education and healthcare. About 19% of them have a bachelor's degree or higher. They're like the scholars of salsa! And 17% of Hispanics work in healthcare and social assistance occupations. They're not just bringing the flavor, but also taking care of our health. Talk about multi-talented!
Now let's talk money, because we all want to know who's bringing home the bacon. The median household income for Hispanics is $56,113. That's enough to buy a whole lot of tacos and salsa! And the poverty rate is 15.7%. They're not just spicing up our lives, but also making sure they're financially secure.
So there you have it, folks. National Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the incredible culture and contributions of our Hispanic friends. They're diverse, young at heart, politically engaged, entrepreneurial, educated, and financially successful. They're like a piñata filled with awesomeness!
So let's raise our margaritas and toast to our Hispanic amigos and amigas. Here's to their spicy flavors, their vibrant culture, and their incredible contributions to our nation. ¡Salud!
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THE DEFT DIVE
FROM BING AI
National Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the culture and contributions of Americans who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean. Here are some statistics that highlight the diversity and achievements of this population group:
- - According to the 2020 Census, there were **62.1 million** people of Hispanic origin in the United States as of April 1, 2020, making up **18.7%** of the nation's total population¹. This was an increase of **23%** from the 2010 Census, when there were **50.5 million** Hispanics².
- - The Hispanic population grew in every region of the country between 2010 and 2020, but the fastest growth was in the South, where the number of Hispanics increased by **33%**, from **18.8 million** to **25 million**¹. The states with the largest Hispanic populations in 2020 were California (**15.6 million**), Texas (**11.5 million**), Florida (**5.8 million**) and New York (**3.8 million**)¹.
- - The Hispanic population was also very diverse in terms of origin, with people from more than **20 different countries or regions** represented in the 2020 Census³. The largest groups were Mexicans (**36.6 million**), Puerto Ricans (**5.9 million**), Cubans (**2.3 million**) and Salvadorans (**2.2 million**)³.
- - The Hispanic population was also very young, with a median age of **29.8 years** in 2020, compared to **38.4 years** for the total population¹. About **25.7%** of Hispanics were under 18 years old, and only **7%** were 65 years or older¹.
- - The Hispanic population had a high level of civic engagement, with **38.8%** of eligible voters casting a ballot in the November 2020 election⁴. This was an increase of **10 percentage points** from the November 2016 election, when **28.6%** of eligible Hispanic voters voted⁴.
- - The Hispanic population also made significant contributions to the economy, education, health care and other sectors of society. According to the 2019 American Community Survey, there were **4.7 million** Hispanic-owned businesses in the United States, generating **$800 billion** in annual revenue⁵. About **19%** of Hispanics had a bachelor's degree or higher, and **17%** worked in health care and social assistance occupations⁵. The median household income for Hispanics was **$56,113**, and the poverty rate was **15.7%**⁵.
Bing, 9/14/2023
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