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Charted: 35 Years of International Migration

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International migration has expanded at a remarkable pace over the past 35 years. As economies globalized and mobility increased, more people moved across borders for work, safety, and education.

This chart tracks how the share of foreign-born residents has changed across advanced economies since 1990. The data for this visualization comes from the United Nations.

Countries With the Highest Migrant Shares

Switzerland, Australia, and New Zealand show some of the highest migration shares among advanced economies.

Each has seen steady increases since 1990, driven by strong labor demand and open migration channels. Smaller economies like Iceland and Austria also experienced rapid growth, transforming their demographic landscapes. These countries have become some of the most internationally diverse populations in the world.

International migrants as a share of population, in OECD countries

Country	1990	2010	2024
Switzerland	18.7%	26.2%	31.1%
Australia	23.3%	26.6%	30.4%
New Zealand	15.5%	22.0%	28.2%
Austria	8.3%	15.4%	25.5%
Iceland	3.8%	11.0%	25.1%
Ireland	6.5%	16.5%	23.1%
Canada	15.3%	20.6%	22.2%
Sweden	9.2%	14.6%	21.4%
Belgium	9.5%	14.3%	20.0%
Germany	8.7%	14.4%	19.8%
Spain	2.1%	13.4%	18.5%
Norway	4.5%	10.7%	18.2%
UK	6.4%	12.2%	17.1%
Netherlands	7.9%	11.0%	16.2%
U.S.	9.2%	14.1%	15.2%
Denmark	4.6%	9.2%	14.2%
Greece	6.0%	11.9%	14.2%
France	10.3%	11.5%	13.8%
Italy	2.7%	7.8%	11.0%
Portugal	4.4%	7.2%	10.8%
Czechia	4.3%	6.6%	9.5%
Finland	1.3%	4.3%	9.2%
Türkiye	2.1%	1.9%	8.1%
Poland	3.0%	1.7%	4.5%
South Korea	0.0%	1.2%	3.5%
Japan	0.9%	1.7%	2.8%
Mexico	0.8%	0.8%	1.3%

New Migration Hubs in Europe and Asia

Spain, Türkiye, and South Korea illustrate how quickly migration patterns can shift. Spain saw one of the steepest increases, rising from just 2% in 1990 to over 18% today. South Korea’s share climbed from near zero to 3.5%, reflecting its shift to a high-income economy attracting foreign workers. Türkiye’s rise underscores its growing role as both a destination and a transit hub for regional migration.

Traditional Destinations Still Lead in Absolute Numbers

Countries like the U.S., Germany, Canada, and the U.K. remain top global destinations based on total migrant populations. While their percentages have grown more gradually, their large base populations make them central to global migration flows. These economies continue to rely on international labor to fill workforce gaps and support long-term demographic stability.

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College Costs as a Percentage of Income by U.S. State

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College affordability continues to be a major concern across the U.S., especially as student loan balances climb. This map breaks down the cost of college in each state based on how much of the median household income is required to cover tuition and education expenses.

The data for this visualization comes from WalletHub. WalletHub analyzed the cost of attendance for full-time, in-state undergraduate students living on campus, across 49 states. Alaska was removed from the sample due to data limitations.

The Most Expensive States for College

Pennsylvania ranks as the least affordable state, with college costs equal to 72.48% of median household income. Rhode Island (71.16%) and New York (68.33%) follow closely. These Northeast states have some of the highest tuition levels in the country, driven by both private and public institutions. Even though Pennsylvania allocates significant funding for student aid, overall costs remain steep enough to outpace most other states.

A large portion of states fall between 45% and 60% of median household income. This group includes states like Oregon, Ohio, Missouri, and Tennessee.

The Most Affordable States

Utah stands out as the most affordable state by far, with college costing just 27.69% of median household income.

Strong state funding and relatively low tuition at public universities keep higher education accessible for residents. North Dakota (33.09%) and Wyoming (34.58%) follow, offering similarly manageable cost structures.

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