Why are there more mexican americans in the south than in the north?

Answer 1

The Mexicans' cars die about half-way through Texas so they just stay there !

Answer 2

The main reason is because New Mexico used to be in Mexican Territory until 1912. It is also because it is easier for illegal immigrants to stay in these areas. The further south, it is harder for them to get caught. Their is a major check point south of Alice, TX. The only road that takes people north of the area. This area is fenced for miles and miles as well.

Answer 3

Because the southern states are nearer to the Mexican border. It's too much work for them to travel north.

Answer 4

true, it is closer to mexico. also, there are more spanish speaking towns in the south than in the north. the spanish community is represented more in the south since there is a higher population

Answer 5

the same reason there are more canadian imagrints in the north than in the south, it all has to do with the country on the other side of the border

Answer 6

Because it is closer to Mexico in the south.

Answer 7

Because

1. It is closer to Mexico and they didn't have to go so far and have people they are comfortable with.

2. It was part of Mexico once and a number of people stayed where they were and had kids.

Answer 8

Some Mexicans go back and forth. They make money here and give their families money in Mexico.

Answer 9

HELLO ! Have you heard the expression South Of The Boarder?

Answer 10

Duh..Mexicans come from Mexico...Canadians come from Canada...it just works that way..thats how they get into country..crossing the border