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SOCIAL INDEX
90.7/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
20th/ 347
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Palestinian Geographic Distribution
Palestinian Income
In terms of income, Palestinians residing in the United States exhibit better median earnings ($49,209), median female earnings ($41,484), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($107,721), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder under the age of 25 ($51,515), wage/income gap percentage (26.1%), and household income with householder between the ages 25 and 44 ($98,777).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 91.6 /100 | #126 | Exceptional $45,790 |
| Median Family Income | 96.9 /100 | #104 | Exceptional $109,413 |
| Median Household Income | 97.1 /100 | #110 | Exceptional $90,574 |
| Median Earnings | 98.0 /100 | #108 | Exceptional $49,209 |
| Median Male Earnings | 96.2 /100 | #110 | Exceptional $57,778 |
| Median Female Earnings | 97.6 /100 | #107 | Exceptional $41,484 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 16.1 /100 | #196 | Poor $51,515 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 91.2 /100 | #123 | Exceptional $98,777 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 97.6 /100 | #99 | Exceptional $107,721 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 95.1 /100 | #108 | Exceptional $63,800 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 29.9 /100 | #187 | Fair 26.1% |
Palestinian Poverty
In terms of poverty, Palestinians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single mothers (27.2%), poverty level among single females (19.2%), and poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (18.8%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single males (12.7%), poverty level among males (10.6%), and poverty level among children under the age of 16 (15.1%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 91.8 /100 | #107 | Exceptional 11.6% |
| Families | 91.1 /100 | #123 | Exceptional 8.3% |
| Males | 89.1 /100 | #113 | Excellent 10.6% |
| Females | 94.3 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 12.5% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 99.5 /100 | #80 | Exceptional 18.8% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 96.9 /100 | #93 | Exceptional 12.6% |
| Children Under 5 years | 95.9 /100 | #99 | Exceptional 15.8% |
| Children Under 16 years | 90.9 /100 | #125 | Exceptional 15.1% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 91.3 /100 | #126 | Exceptional 15.4% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 94.5 /100 | #111 | Exceptional 15.1% |
| Single Males | 63.1 /100 | #163 | Good 12.7% |
| Single Females | 99.6 /100 | #66 | Exceptional 19.2% |
| Single Fathers | 91.3 /100 | #123 | Exceptional 15.9% |
| Single Mothers | 99.7 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 27.2% |
| Married Couples | 91.2 /100 | #128 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 97.9 /100 | #72 | Exceptional 10.0% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 95.8 /100 | #75 | Exceptional 11.4% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 96.9 /100 | #101 | Exceptional 10.3% |
Palestinian Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Palestinians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (4.8%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.0%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.5%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.3%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (10.6%), and unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (11.8%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 83.4 /100 | #141 | Excellent 5.1% |
| Males | 87.7 /100 | #123 | Excellent 5.1% |
| Females | 80.8 /100 | #142 | Excellent 5.1% |
| Youth < 25 | 16.0 /100 | #201 | Poor 11.8% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 94.6 /100 | #103 | Exceptional 17.0% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 4.9 /100 | #227 | Tragic 10.6% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 97.7 /100 | #68 | Exceptional 6.3% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 75.1 /100 | #135 | Good 5.4% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 98.8 /100 | #39 | Exceptional 4.3% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 98.5 /100 | #71 | Exceptional 4.3% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 99.9 /100 | #29 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 60.5 /100 | #166 | Good 4.8% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 100.0 /100 | #32 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Seniors > 65 | 100.0 /100 | #33 | Exceptional 4.8% |
| Seniors > 75 | 0.6 /100 | #265 | Tragic 9.3% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 96.8 /100 | #110 | Exceptional 7.2% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 33.4 /100 | #184 | Fair 9.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 92.2 /100 | #97 | Exceptional 5.2% |
Palestinian Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Palestinians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.9%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (80.0%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.3%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.7%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (36.8%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.9%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 98.5 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 65.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 95.5 /100 | #101 | Exceptional 80.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 63.1 /100 | #168 | Good 36.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 88.4 /100 | #132 | Excellent 75.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 50.0 /100 | #174 | Average 84.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 77.7 /100 | #145 | Good 84.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 89.7 /100 | #129 | Excellent 84.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 94.8 /100 | #97 | Exceptional 83.3% |
Palestinian Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Palestinians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population currently divorced or separated (11.5%), percentage of births to unmarried women (28.4%), and percentage of single father households (2.2%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.23), percentage of population currently married (47.6%), and percentage of single mother households (5.9%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 97.2 /100 | #108 | Exceptional 65.1% |
| Family Households with Children | 98.5 /100 | #103 | Exceptional 28.1% |
| Married-couple Households | 96.9 /100 | #92 | Exceptional 48.0% |
| Average Family Size | 46.6 /100 | #180 | Average 3.23 |
| Single Father Households | 98.6 /100 | #105 | Exceptional 2.2% |
| Single Mother Households | 92.1 /100 | #130 | Exceptional 5.9% |
| Currently Married | 90.4 /100 | #116 | Exceptional 47.6% |
| Divorced or Separated | 99.7 /100 | #68 | Exceptional 11.5% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 98.7 /100 | #67 | Exceptional 28.4% |
Palestinian Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Palestinians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (8.3%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (91.7%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.4%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (20.1%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.7%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 99.7 /100 | #66 | Exceptional 8.3% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 99.7 /100 | #69 | Exceptional 91.7% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 98.6 /100 | #98 | Exceptional 57.7% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 83.9 /100 | #145 | Excellent 20.1% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 65.8 /100 | #160 | Good 6.4% |
Palestinian Education Level
In terms of education level, Palestinians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (93.4%), percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (92.1%), and percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (67.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least 1st grade education (98.0%), percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (98.1%), and percentage of population with at least nursery school education (98.1%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 91.8 /100 | #130 | Exceptional 1.9% |
| Nursery School | 83.7 /100 | #140 | Excellent 98.1% |
| Kindergarten | 83.6 /100 | #140 | Excellent 98.1% |
| 1st Grade | 83.0 /100 | #140 | Excellent 98.0% |
| 2nd Grade | 83.9 /100 | #140 | Excellent 98.0% |
| 3rd Grade | 84.6 /100 | #140 | Excellent 97.9% |
| 4th Grade | 88.1 /100 | #134 | Excellent 97.7% |
| 5th Grade | 89.3 /100 | #135 | Excellent 97.5% |
| 6th Grade | 90.9 /100 | #132 | Exceptional 97.3% |
| 7th Grade | 93.5 /100 | #126 | Exceptional 96.4% |
| 8th Grade | 94.6 /100 | #124 | Exceptional 96.2% |
| 9th Grade | 94.3 /100 | #127 | Exceptional 95.4% |
| 10th Grade | 96.5 /100 | #113 | Exceptional 94.4% |
| 11th Grade | 97.7 /100 | #115 | Exceptional 93.4% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 97.0 /100 | #110 | Exceptional 92.1% |
| High School Diploma | 96.7 /100 | #108 | Exceptional 90.3% |
| GED/Equivalency | 96.8 /100 | #100 | Exceptional 87.3% |
| College, Under 1 year | 96.9 /100 | #102 | Exceptional 67.9% |
| College, 1 year or more | 96.3 /100 | #106 | Exceptional 62.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 95.3 /100 | #113 | Exceptional 49.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 95.8 /100 | #115 | Exceptional 40.7% |
| Master's Degree | 94.8 /100 | #127 | Exceptional 16.3% |
| Professional Degree | 91.5 /100 | #129 | Exceptional 4.8% |
| Doctorate Degree | 92.0 /100 | #127 | Exceptional 2.0% |
Palestinian Disability
In terms of disability, Palestinians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (5.2%), percentage of females with a disability (11.6%), and percentage of population with self-care disability (2.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.2%), percentage of population with hearing disability (2.9%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (6.4%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 98.9 /100 | #87 | Exceptional 11.1% |
| Males | 97.4 /100 | #92 | Exceptional 10.7% |
| Females | 99.6 /100 | #85 | Exceptional 11.6% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 43.0 /100 | #184 | Average 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 99.8 /100 | #66 | Exceptional 5.2% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 88.5 /100 | #135 | Excellent 6.4% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 98.2 /100 | #99 | Exceptional 10.4% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 96.3 /100 | #105 | Exceptional 22.2% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 97.7 /100 | #99 | Exceptional 46.3% |
| Vision | 98.3 /100 | #74 | Exceptional 2.0% |
| Hearing | 73.6 /100 | #150 | Good 2.9% |
| Cognitive | 98.0 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 16.8% |
| Ambulatory | 99.2 /100 | #82 | Exceptional 5.7% |
| Self-Care | 99.4 /100 | #61 | Exceptional 2.3% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Palestinians in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Palestinians in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Amomg Seniors Over the Age of 65
4.8%
(100.0/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 65 and 74
5.0%
(100.0/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
4.5%
(99.9/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with a Disability Between the Ages 5 and 17
5.2%
(99.8/100)
#5
Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available
8.3%
(99.7/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Palestinians in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Palestinians in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Seniors Over the Age of 75
9.3%
(0.6/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
10.6%
(4.9/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Youth Under the Age of 25
11.8%
(16.0/100)
#4
Household Income with Householder Under the Age of 25
$51,515
(16.1/100)
#5
Wage/Income Gap Percentage
26.1%
(29.9/100)
What is Palestinian per capita income in the United States?
Palestinian per capita income in the United States is $45,790, which is exceptional, ranking it 126th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian median family income in the United States?
Palestinian median family income in the United States is $109,413, which is exceptional, ranking it 104th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian median household income in the United States?
Palestinian median household income in the United States is $90,574, which is exceptional, ranking it 110th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian median earnings in the United States?
Palestinian median earnings in the United States is $49,209, which is exceptional, ranking it 108th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian median male earnings in the United States?
Palestinian median male earnings in the United States is $57,778, which is exceptional, ranking it 110th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian median female earnings in the United States?
Palestinian median female earnings in the United States is $41,484, which is exceptional, ranking it 107th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Palestinian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 26.1%, which is fair, ranking it 187th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian poverty level in the United States?
Palestinian poverty level in the United States is 11.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 107th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian poverty level among families in the United States?
Palestinian poverty level among families in the United States is 8.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 123rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian poverty level among males in the United States?
Palestinian poverty level among males in the United States is 10.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 113th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian poverty level among females in the United States?
Palestinian poverty level among females in the United States is 12.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 104th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Palestinian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 15.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 125th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian poverty level among single males in the United States?
Palestinian poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.7%, which is good, ranking it 163rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian poverty level among single females in the United States?
Palestinian poverty level among single females in the United States is 19.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 66th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Palestinian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 123rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Palestinian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 27.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 57th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 10.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 101st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian unemployment in the United States?
Palestinian unemployment in the United States is 5.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 141st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Palestinian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 123rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Palestinian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 142nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of family households in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of family households in the United States is 65.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 108th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 103rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 48.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 92nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian average family size in the United States?
Palestinian average family size in the United States is 3.23, which is average, ranking it 180th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of single father households in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 105th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 5.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 130th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 116th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 68th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 28.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 67th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 87th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 92nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Palestinian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Palestinian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 85th 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.