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Indian-Americans are the wealthiest ethnic group in America, says report

NewsGram Desk

By NewsGram Staff Writer

Indian-Americans are the wealthiest ethnic group in America, according to a report released by the US Census Bureau. The report said that the annual income of Indian-Americans crossed the $100,000 milestone, much higher than that of the whites and native Americans.

According to a report published by the US Census Bureau, the annual income of the Asian population was $72,472, which was much higher than the national median income of around $51,000. The Indian-Americans are the richest among all other communities in America. According to the data, the annual income of Indian-Americans is around $100,547 whereas the Pakistani-Americans earn around $63,000 and Bangladeshi-Americans get around $51,000.

The growth of the Indian-Americans is significant and rapid, and they established their position in America. From politics to judiciary, Indians are now respected everywhere. In 2010, the annual family income of the Indian-American was around $86,135, much lower than that of the whites or native born Americans ($90,174).

The census report also revealed that Jewish community came closer to the Indian-Americans with an annual family income of around $100,000. According to the US religious landscape study published by Pew Forum, the Jews stood first in America in perspective of business, education and all other areas. 46% of Jews crossed the billion dollar margin compared to 43% Hindu and 27% Christian.

According to a recent data released by US senate, it said that Indian-Americans will be a major power in America within 20 years and they will control the American society at large. The US senate also expressed a deep concern on the rise of the Indian-Americans and other communities and asked the government to make a strict law on Visa.

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