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SOCIAL INDEX
98.9/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
3rd/ 347
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Bhutanese Geographic Distribution
Bhutanese Income
In terms of income, Bhutanese residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($57,078), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($72,288), and median household income ($100,151), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (27.0%), per capita income ($49,894), and median male earnings ($61,759).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 99.9 /100 | #59 | Exceptional $49,894 |
| Median Family Income | 100.0 /100 | #33 | Exceptional $119,800 |
| Median Household Income | 100.0 /100 | #27 | Exceptional $100,151 |
| Median Earnings | 100.0 /100 | #46 | Exceptional $52,297 |
| Median Male Earnings | 99.9 /100 | #50 | Exceptional $61,759 |
| Median Female Earnings | 100.0 /100 | #41 | Exceptional $43,648 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 100.0 /100 | #19 | Exceptional $57,078 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 100.0 /100 | #33 | Exceptional $109,520 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 100.0 /100 | #29 | Exceptional $117,750 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 100.0 /100 | #10 | Exceptional $72,288 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 5.3 /100 | #231 | Tragic 27.0% |
Bhutanese Poverty
In terms of poverty, Bhutanese residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (11.1%), poverty level among single mothers (25.6%), and poverty level among single females (17.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (9.2%), poverty level among males (9.5%), and poverty level (10.4%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 99.8 /100 | #12 | Exceptional 10.4% |
| Families | 99.9 /100 | #8 | Exceptional 7.0% |
| Males | 99.8 /100 | #15 | Exceptional 9.5% |
| Females | 99.9 /100 | #12 | Exceptional 11.3% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 100.0 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 18.2% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 99.9 /100 | #25 | Exceptional 11.4% |
| Children Under 5 years | 100.0 /100 | #13 | Exceptional 13.4% |
| Children Under 16 years | 99.9 /100 | #11 | Exceptional 12.5% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 100.0 /100 | #10 | Exceptional 12.6% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 100.0 /100 | #12 | Exceptional 12.7% |
| Single Males | 100.0 /100 | #16 | Exceptional 11.1% |
| Single Females | 100.0 /100 | #9 | Exceptional 17.7% |
| Single Fathers | 99.9 /100 | #50 | Exceptional 15.0% |
| Single Mothers | 100.0 /100 | #12 | Exceptional 25.6% |
| Married Couples | 99.9 /100 | #23 | Exceptional 4.1% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 99.9 /100 | #29 | Exceptional 9.3% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 99.8 /100 | #22 | Exceptional 10.6% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 99.8 /100 | #27 | Exceptional 9.2% |
Bhutanese Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Bhutanese residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (8.1%), unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (4.8%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.0%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.2%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (10.0%), and unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (11.2%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 99.0 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Males | 98.9 /100 | #46 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Females | 98.7 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Youth < 25 | 97.4 /100 | #71 | Exceptional 11.2% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 99.6 /100 | #50 | Exceptional 16.4% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 96.9 /100 | #91 | Exceptional 10.0% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 98.2 /100 | #61 | Exceptional 6.2% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 93.5 /100 | #87 | Exceptional 5.2% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 98.2 /100 | #48 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 99.9 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 4.2% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 98.6 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 4.6% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 99.9 /100 | #46 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 100.0 /100 | #35 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Seniors > 65 | 100.0 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 4.8% |
| Seniors > 75 | 99.7 /100 | #82 | Exceptional 8.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 99.9 /100 | #43 | Exceptional 6.7% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 100.0 /100 | #43 | Exceptional 8.1% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 99.2 /100 | #38 | Exceptional 5.0% |
Bhutanese Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Bhutanese residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (80.2%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.5%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.7%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (36.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.8%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (75.4%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 86.3 /100 | #148 | Excellent 65.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 98.6 /100 | #68 | Exceptional 80.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 35.3 /100 | #185 | Fair 36.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 80.8 /100 | #144 | Excellent 75.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 76.0 /100 | #136 | Good 84.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 87.5 /100 | #139 | Excellent 85.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 89.7 /100 | #130 | Excellent 84.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 98.3 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 83.5% |
Bhutanese Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Bhutanese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population currently divorced or separated (11.2%), percentage of family households (65.9%), and percentage of married-couple family households (49.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households with children (27.3%), average family size (3.25), and percentage of population currently married (48.6%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 99.9 /100 | #71 | Exceptional 65.9% |
| Family Households with Children | 25.1 /100 | #201 | Fair 27.3% |
| Married-couple Households | 99.8 /100 | #27 | Exceptional 49.3% |
| Average Family Size | 81.0 /100 | #143 | Excellent 3.25 |
| Single Father Households | 99.5 /100 | #88 | Exceptional 2.1% |
| Single Mother Households | 99.7 /100 | #27 | Exceptional 5.3% |
| Currently Married | 99.1 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 48.6% |
| Divorced or Separated | 100.0 /100 | #41 | Exceptional 11.2% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 99.4 /100 | #52 | Exceptional 27.9% |
Bhutanese Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Bhutanese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.8%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (22.2%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with no vehicle available (8.7%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (91.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.1%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 99.2 /100 | #90 | Exceptional 8.7% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 99.2 /100 | #92 | Exceptional 91.4% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #54 | Exceptional 59.1% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #61 | Exceptional 22.2% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #44 | Exceptional 7.8% |
Bhutanese Education Level
In terms of education level, Bhutanese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (2.3%), percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (70.3%), and percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (64.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least 3rd grade education (98.1%), percentage of population with at least 1st grade education (98.2%), and percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (98.2%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 98.4 /100 | #96 | Exceptional 1.8% |
| Nursery School | 97.4 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| Kindergarten | 97.3 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 1st Grade | 97.3 /100 | #108 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 2nd Grade | 97.5 /100 | #106 | Exceptional 98.1% |
| 3rd Grade | 97.2 /100 | #106 | Exceptional 98.1% |
| 4th Grade | 97.4 /100 | #107 | Exceptional 97.9% |
| 5th Grade | 97.6 /100 | #105 | Exceptional 97.7% |
| 6th Grade | 98.0 /100 | #103 | Exceptional 97.5% |
| 7th Grade | 97.7 /100 | #109 | Exceptional 96.6% |
| 8th Grade | 98.2 /100 | #101 | Exceptional 96.4% |
| 9th Grade | 99.3 /100 | #80 | Exceptional 95.7% |
| 10th Grade | 99.6 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 94.9% |
| 11th Grade | 99.8 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 94.0% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 99.8 /100 | #41 | Exceptional 93.0% |
| High School Diploma | 99.8 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 91.2% |
| GED/Equivalency | 99.8 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 88.4% |
| College, Under 1 year | 99.9 /100 | #39 | Exceptional 70.3% |
| College, 1 year or more | 99.9 /100 | #46 | Exceptional 64.6% |
| Associate's Degree | 99.7 /100 | #62 | Exceptional 51.4% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 99.5 /100 | #74 | Exceptional 42.7% |
| Master's Degree | 99.1 /100 | #89 | Exceptional 17.2% |
| Professional Degree | 99.8 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 5.4% |
| Doctorate Degree | 99.9 /100 | #61 | Exceptional 2.3% |
Bhutanese Disability
In terms of disability, Bhutanese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (4.9%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (9.8%), and percentage of females with a disability (11.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with hearing disability (3.2%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (47.1%), and percentage of males with a disability (11.0%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 97.4 /100 | #97 | Exceptional 11.2% |
| Males | 83.4 /100 | #134 | Excellent 11.0% |
| Females | 99.8 /100 | #74 | Exceptional 11.5% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 92.5 /100 | #119 | Exceptional 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 100.0 /100 | #26 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 96.2 /100 | #105 | Exceptional 6.2% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 99.8 /100 | #51 | Exceptional 9.8% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 99.6 /100 | #53 | Exceptional 21.5% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 72.6 /100 | #157 | Good 47.1% |
| Vision | 99.8 /100 | #37 | Exceptional 2.0% |
| Hearing | 4.6 /100 | #227 | Tragic 3.2% |
| Cognitive | 99.7 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 16.6% |
| Ambulatory | 98.8 /100 | #89 | Exceptional 5.8% |
| Self-Care | 94.5 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 2.4% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Bhutanese in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Bhutanese in the United States are:
#1
Household Income with Householder Under the Age of 25
$57,078
(100.0/100)
#2
Household Income with Householder Over the Age of 65
$72,288
(100.0/100)
#3
Poverty Level Among Single Males
11.1%
(100.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with a Disability Between the Ages 5 and 17
4.9%
(100.0/100)
#5
Poverty Level Among Single Mothers
25.6%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Bhutanese in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Bhutanese in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with Hearing Disability
3.2%
(4.6/100)
#2
Wage/Income Gap Percentage
27.0%
(5.3/100)
#3
Percentage of Family Households with Children
27.3%
(25.1/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 16 and 19
36.3%
(35.3/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with a Disability Over the Age of 75
47.1%
(72.6/100)
What is Bhutanese per capita income in the United States?
Bhutanese per capita income in the United States is $49,894, which is exceptional, ranking it 59th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese median family income in the United States?
Bhutanese median family income in the United States is $119,800, which is exceptional, ranking it 33rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese median household income in the United States?
Bhutanese median household income in the United States is $100,151, which is exceptional, ranking it 27th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese median earnings in the United States?
Bhutanese median earnings in the United States is $52,297, which is exceptional, ranking it 46th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese median male earnings in the United States?
Bhutanese median male earnings in the United States is $61,759, which is exceptional, ranking it 50th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese median female earnings in the United States?
Bhutanese median female earnings in the United States is $43,648, which is exceptional, ranking it 41st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Bhutanese wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 27.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 231st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese poverty level in the United States?
Bhutanese poverty level in the United States is 10.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 12th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese poverty level among families in the United States?
Bhutanese poverty level among families in the United States is 7.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 8th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese poverty level among males in the United States?
Bhutanese poverty level among males in the United States is 9.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 15th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese poverty level among females in the United States?
Bhutanese poverty level among females in the United States is 11.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 12th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Bhutanese poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 12.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 11th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese poverty level among single males in the United States?
Bhutanese poverty level among single males in the United States is 11.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 16th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese poverty level among single females in the United States?
Bhutanese poverty level among single females in the United States is 17.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 9th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Bhutanese poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 50th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Bhutanese poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 25.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 12th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 9.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 27th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese unemployment in the United States?
Bhutanese unemployment in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 59th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Bhutanese unemployment rate among males in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 46th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Bhutanese unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 59th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of family households in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of family households in the United States is 65.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 71st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.3%, which is fair, ranking it 201st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 49.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 27th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese average family size in the United States?
Bhutanese average family size in the United States is 3.25, which is excellent, ranking it 143rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of single father households in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 88th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of single mother households in the United States is 5.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 27th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of population currently married in the United States is 48.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 49th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 41st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 27.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 52nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 97th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.0%, which is excellent, ranking it 134th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bhutanese percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Bhutanese percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 74th out of 347 demographic groups.
Definitions
Social Index (Si) is a quantitative measure of societal well-being and progress based on various factors and indicators.
Social Index Explained
Social Index refers to a cumulative metric used to assess and measure the overall well-being or social standing of a specific demographic group within a society. It combines multiple factors such as income, poverty rates, family structure, education levels, employment and unemployment rates, rates of illegitimate childbirths, divorce rates, and other relevant social indicators. The purpose of a social index is to provide a comprehensive snapshot of the social conditions and quality of life within a particular group.
Social Index Calculation
The calculation of a social index involves assigning weights or scores to various social factors and then summing up these scores to obtain an overall composite score. These scores are then multiplied by their respective weights and summed up to calculate the overall social index score for the demographic group being assessed. The resulting score provides a quantitative measure of the group's social well-being, allowing for comparisons, tracking changes over time, and informing policy and decision-making processes.
What Can Social Index be Used For
A social index can be used for various purposes, including:
- Assessing Social Well-being: The social index provides a quantitative measure of the overall well-being of a demographic group. It helps assess the social conditions, quality of life, and disparities within a population, allowing policymakers, researchers, and organizations to identify areas that require improvement or targeted interventions.
- Policy Evaluation: The index can be used to evaluate the effectiveness of social policies and interventions. By tracking changes in the social index score over time, policymakers can assess the impact of specific initiatives and make data-driven decisions regarding resource allocation and policy adjustments.
- Targeting Resources: The social index helps identify demographic groups or geographic regions that are facing greater social challenges or experiencing lower levels of well-being. It assists in targeting resources and interventions to address specific social issues, reduce disparities, and promote equitable development.
- Comparing Demographic Groups: The social index allows for comparisons between different demographic groups or across different regions. It provides insights into the relative social standing or well-being of these groups, facilitating a deeper understanding of disparities and informing policy efforts to address them.
- Advocacy and Awareness: The social index can be used as a tool for advocacy and raising awareness about social issues. By quantifying and visualizing social conditions, the index helps highlight areas of concern, draw attention to inequalities, and mobilize support for social change and policy reforms.
- Monitoring Progress: The index serves as a benchmark for monitoring progress and evaluating the impact of social development initiatives. It enables stakeholders to track changes in social indicators, identify trends, and measure the effectiveness of interventions over time.
- Academic and Research Purposes: The social index provides researchers with a comprehensive metric to study social phenomena and investigate the relationship between different social factors. It helps generate insights, support academic research, and contribute to the body of knowledge on social well-being and development.
- Overall, the social index serves as a valuable tool for understanding, measuring, and addressing social challenges. It informs policy decisions, facilitates targeted interventions, and promotes a more holistic approach to social development and well-being.