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Somali-headed households welfare participation in Minnesota

The participation rate of Somali-headed households in Minnesota in means-tested welfare programs compared to native-born households

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Jan 14, 2026
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What percentage of Somali population is receiving government assistance

Reported shares of Somalis receiving government assistance vary widely depending on which benefit, which population (individuals vs. households), and which geography is measured: one commonly cited fi...

Jan 11, 2026

How do welfare participation rates for Somali households in Minnesota compare to other immigrant groups and native-born households?

Somali-headed households in Minnesota appear to participate in means-tested welfare programs at far higher rates than native-born households: the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS) estimates roughly...