* Dutch: The Dutch were the second largest ethnic group in the Middle Colonies. They were primarily farmers, traders, and fishermen.
* Germans: The Germans were the third largest ethnic group in the Middle Colonies. They were primarily farmers, artisans, and merchants.
* Scots-Irish: The Scots-Irish were a group of people who were descended from Scottish and Irish immigrants. They were primarily farmers, artisans, and laborers.
* French Huguenots: The French Huguenots were a group of Protestants who fled France due to religious persecution. They were primarily farmers, artisans, and merchants.
* African slaves: African slaves were brought to the Middle Colonies by European colonists. They were primarily used for agricultural labor.