2/3/2013
Black Americans ages 35-54 make up a larger proportion of veterans (18%) than of non-veterans (12%) in this age group, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. In all other age groups, Blacks make up either a smaller proportion of veterans than non-veterans, or equal proportions. Hispanics make up a smaller proportion of veterans than non-veterans across all age groups. Non-Hispanic Whites make up a larger proportion of veterans than they do non-veterans across all age groups.
Among veterans who were born outside of the U.S., Mexico and the Phillippines are the top countries of origin, accounting for 13% and 12% of all foreign-born veterans, respectively.
Source: “Veterans’ Racial and Ethnic Composition and Place of Birth: 2011,” December 2012, U.S. Census Bureau, Public Information Office, 4600 Silver Hill Rd., Washington, DC 20233; 301-763-3030; pio@census.gov; www.census.gov
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