Angus Taylor says migrants are a ‘net drain’ on Australia. The numbers say the opposite is true
Summary
Angus Taylor, leader of Australia’s Liberal Party, claimed migrants cost the country more than they contribute. However, government research shows that most migrants pay more in taxes over their lives than they receive in services, especially skilled workers.Key Facts
- Migrants in Australia are often younger, skilled, and more educated than the average citizen.
- A 2021 Treasury report found the average migrant pays $41,000 more in taxes than they get back in government services.
- Skilled worker migrants contribute the most, with a net lifetime tax benefit of about $198,000.
- Family and humanitarian visa holders receive more in services than they pay in taxes, but overall migrants contribute more than average Australians.
- The average Australian citizen uses about $85,000 more in services than they pay in taxes.
- Angus Taylor said migrants are a “net drain” on the country and proposed limiting government payments to permanent residents.
- Experts say there is no clear problem with migrants relying on welfare and that migrants contribute positively to Australia’s economy.
- Some critics describe Taylor’s comments as politically motivated and not supported by the data.
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