Nigerians have been ranked sixth among the top 10 African migrant communities thriving financially in the United States.

This is according to the latest US Census Bureau data, which analyses the economic success of migrants in the country.

The data revealed that Nigerians, whose population in the U.S. exceeds 400,000 as one of the highest median household incomes among African migrant groups at $80,711.

The growing presence of Nigerian-owned businesses across the US is also a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit within the community.

Many Nigerians have established thriving businesses, from restaurants to tech startups, creating employment opportunities for other immigrants and contributing to the US economy.

How Nigerians compared to other African countries

According to the Bureau data, South Africa, Nigerians, Ghanaians, Kenyans, and Cameroonians are among the top-earning groups.

South Africa – $107,595

South Africans in the United States have been ranked as having the highest median income among African migrants.

Kenya – $93,568

Kenyan migrants rank second in earnings. Over the years, the country has become highly attractive to tech companies due to its rich pool of tech talent. For better pay, many of these professionals relocate to the U.S., where they use their skills to live comfortably.

Cameroon – $90,254

Cameroonian migrants follow closely with a median income of $90,254. Over the years there has been a high migration of health workers, including doctors from the country to the US.

Egypt – $85,180

Egyptians are well known for their expert knowledge in civil engineering and medicine, which are highly sought-after professions in the U.S. They are also thriving in the areas of technology and business.

Ghana – $84,323

Reports indicate that Ghanaians in the U.S. specialize in fields such as engineering, science, law, and education, as well as administrative and managerial roles, including finance and human resources. These are high-paying and highly attractive jobs in the US

Nigeria – $80,711

Migration Policy Institute reports that Nigerians worked in professional or managerial occupations, including engineering, science, law, education, and finance. Also, Nigerians play an active role in the US health sector.

Ethiopia – $72,438

Ethiopian major employment in the US includes management, service, sales, office, and production.

In terms of educational attainment, more than 60% of Ethiopian immigrants have a college, graduate or professional degree.

Morocco – $69,549

Moroccan migrants often work in sectors like business, trade, and services. Many also engage in small and medium-sized enterprises.

Cape Verde – $62,086

Cape Verdeans in the United States are reported to have more roles in building and grounds cleaning and maintenance, production, and food Preparation and serving. They also work in professional jobs.

Somalia – $46,616

Somali migrants, despite challenges, have made strides in industries like transportation, retail, and community services. They are also striving in roles such as translator, court interpreter, transcriber, refugee aid, instructor, or teacher, to name a few.