answersLogoWhite

0

Mexicans make their living in many of the same ways that people living elsewhere in the world do. Because Mexico is large tourist attraction, many Mexicans work in the service industry. There are also industry jobs like sewing and textiles as well as agriculture jobs such a coffee farms. Mexican people are considered some of the hardest working people in the world. Many immigrate to the U.S. and work in agriculture fields and other labor industries such as construction.

Mexico has an estimated labor force of 44.71 millionpeople (2007). From those, 18% (8 million) work on agriculture, forestry and fishing activities; 24% (almost 11 million) are dedicated to industrial activities including extractive industries, manufacturing and construction. Finally, 58% (26 million) of the workforce are employed on commerce and services, including government-related activities and armed forces.

A further breakdown of these figures is as follows:

  • People who have their own businesses and have one or more employees represent 4% (2 million) of the work force. These go from owners of small market stalls or gas stations with one attendant up to CEOs of huge enterprises employing thousands of people.
  • People with unremunerated jobs, such as young adults who work for the family business, account for 6% (3 million) of the work force.
  • Another 6% (3 million) are people who work for commissions and tips, and don't have a fixed income, such as waiters, salesmen or gas station attendants.
  • Some 22% (10 million) are people who is self-employed and have their own businesses but don't have employees of their own.
  • Finally, employees who work at any business or enterprise account for 60% (27 million) of the work force. Of these:

1 million work at transportation services, such as truck driving and aircraft piloting.

2 million are employed on agriculture, forestryand fishing activities.

2 million work for the Mexican government and armed forces.

2 million work at tourism and hospitality services.

2 million work on professional services, including business consulting, IT, banking and finance.

3 million people work at social services jobs, such as health counselors, medical and religious workers.

3 million work at diverse services activities, including auto shops, laundry or house cleaning.

4 million are employed at commerce businesses, from small shops up to large department stores.

8 million are workers at industrial, manufacturingand construction businesses.

User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about Sociology

How did many Mexicans earn a living in the southwest?

Many Mexicans in the southwest earned a living through agricultural work, particularly in industries such as farming and ranching. Others found employment in industries like mining, railroad construction, and domestic service. Some also started their own businesses, such as restaurants and grocery stores.


How many people does the big household?

Are you talkin about mexicans. If so then alooot.


How were Mexicans treated in America?

Mexicans were discriminated mostly the same as blacks. You never hear about it, because they were considered "white", even though the whites discriminated against them. Many Mexicans were lynched, as well as Chinese and native Americans, but because they were labeled as "white", they were in the tolls of "white" lynching. ANYWAYS, in the early U.S., Mexicans have always been mistreated and discriminated against. The U.S. wanted their land, and they took it. The Mexicans stayed in the land, and many whites from the U.S. were angered and often deported them, even those who had citizenship in the U.S. Throughout the southwest, their were signs in small buisnesses and shops that said "no dogs or Mexicans". theses signs were also seen in public pools. Mexican children had to go to "Mexican Schools". Mexicans were also given caricatures, portraying them as dangerous, gross, and untrustworthy. Much of this segragation led to many conflicts with whites and Mexicans. This led on to the Zoot Suit Riots of the 40's, in which white sailors were angered at how the Mexicans had these "flashy zoot suits", so they started attacking them. The Mexicans fought back, and it turned into rioting, in which, the whites also targeted blacks, Chinese, and native Americans. Also, there was an "Operation Wetback" by the U.S. Government in the 50's, i belive, where the government used racial profiling to deport any "Mexican looking" person. They deported thousands, even those with U.S. citizenship. As of now, Mexicans, and all types of Latinos get discriminated against, even today


How many Mexicans came to the US every year?

In recent years, tens of thousands of Mexicans have migrated to the US annually. The number fluctuates based on economic conditions, immigration policies, and social factors influencing migration patterns.


How many Mexicans are living in America?

We are Mexican American's and we were wondering how many more of us are in Spokane?how many Mexican Americans are in spokane Washington?