The Hispanic population in Idaho is booming and will continue to be a greater percentage of the population in coming years.
That's the conclusion of a new report by the University of Idaho and McClure Center for Public Policy Research.
Currently Hispanics make up 13 % of Idaho's population.70 % were born in the U.S and 79% are U.S. Citizens.
Juan Alvarez, the chairman of the Idaho Commission on Hispanic Affairs says that's significant.
“Well, it tells you times have changed," Alvarez said. " In the past, a lot of the Hispanic population was viewed as a migrant population. That is no longer the case. They are very stable. Their children are staying put. Their children are going to school.” READ MORE AT ABC 8 NEWS
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