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SOCIAL INDEX
29.1/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
231st/ 347
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Somali Geographic Distribution
Somali Income
In terms of income, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (21.2%), median female earnings ($38,333), and per capita income ($40,367), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder under the age of 25 ($48,657), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($54,004), and household income with householder between the ages 25 and 44 ($83,752).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 2.4 /100 | #238 | Tragic $40,367 |
| Median Family Income | 1.2 /100 | #240 | Tragic $94,085 |
| Median Household Income | 0.3 /100 | #272 | Tragic $75,782 |
| Median Earnings | 1.8 /100 | #253 | Tragic $43,567 |
| Median Male Earnings | 0.5 /100 | #266 | Tragic $49,025 |
| Median Female Earnings | 5.5 /100 | #231 | Tragic $38,333 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 0.0 /100 | #294 | Tragic $48,657 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 0.2 /100 | #271 | Tragic $83,752 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.3 /100 | #262 | Tragic $88,600 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 0.1 /100 | #281 | Tragic $54,004 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 100.0 /100 | #35 | Exceptional 21.2% |
Somali Poverty
In terms of poverty, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single fathers (14.5%), poverty level among single males (13.2%), and poverty level among married-couple families (5.8%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (25.1%), poverty level among single females (25.2%), and poverty level among males (14.3%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic 15.4% |
| Families | 0.1 /100 | #273 | Tragic 11.2% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #309 | Tragic 14.3% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #298 | Tragic 16.6% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #322 | Tragic 25.1% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 0.4 /100 | #254 | Tragic 15.1% |
| Children Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #284 | Tragic 21.1% |
| Children Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #304 | Tragic 21.0% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic 21.1% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #300 | Tragic 21.0% |
| Single Males | 9.1 /100 | #224 | Tragic 13.2% |
| Single Females | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic 25.2% |
| Single Fathers | 100.0 /100 | #29 | Exceptional 14.5% |
| Single Mothers | 0.0 /100 | #288 | Tragic 32.6% |
| Married Couples | 2.3 /100 | #243 | Tragic 5.8% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 0.3 /100 | #251 | Tragic 12.3% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 1.6 /100 | #229 | Tragic 13.2% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 0.9 /100 | #243 | Tragic 13.7% |
Somali Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (9.1%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (5.6%), and unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (8.0%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (5.0%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.7%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (5.1%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 34.0 /100 | #191 | Fair 5.3% |
| Males | 1.5 /100 | #233 | Tragic 5.6% |
| Females | 94.6 /100 | #103 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Youth < 25 | 100.0 /100 | #28 | Exceptional 10.7% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 100.0 /100 | #17 | Exceptional 15.7% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 100.0 /100 | #8 | Exceptional 9.1% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 100.0 /100 | #5 | Exceptional 5.6% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 99.3 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 0.7 /100 | #240 | Tragic 5.1% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 0.0 /100 | #269 | Tragic 5.0% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 100.0 /100 | #16 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 98.0 /100 | #98 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.1 /100 | #276 | Tragic 5.7% |
| Seniors > 65 | 33.5 /100 | #187 | Fair 5.2% |
| Seniors > 75 | 45.3 /100 | #176 | Average 8.8% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 99.7 /100 | #62 | Exceptional 6.9% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 100.0 /100 | #39 | Exceptional 8.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 3.5 /100 | #228 | Tragic 5.8% |
Somali Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (69.2%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (45.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (87.1%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.5%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (85.6%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (86.2%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 100.0 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 69.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 100.0 /100 | #6 | Exceptional 81.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 100.0 /100 | #6 | Exceptional 45.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 100.0 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 79.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 100.0 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 87.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 100.0 /100 | #6 | Exceptional 86.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 100.0 /100 | #13 | Exceptional 85.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 98.7 /100 | #54 | Exceptional 83.5% |
Somali Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of births to unmarried women (30.7%), average family size (3.20), and percentage of single father households (2.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households (57.6%), percentage of married-couple family households (39.0%), and percentage of population currently married (41.5%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 0.0 /100 | #346 | Tragic 57.6% |
| Family Households with Children | 0.7 /100 | #272 | Tragic 26.7% |
| Married-couple Households | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 39.0% |
| Average Family Size | 11.2 /100 | #214 | Poor 3.20 |
| Single Father Households | 2.1 /100 | #250 | Tragic 2.5% |
| Single Mother Households | 0.1 /100 | #269 | Tragic 7.5% |
| Currently Married | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic 41.5% |
| Divorced or Separated | 0.9 /100 | #253 | Tragic 12.6% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 77.8 /100 | #150 | Good 30.7% |
Somali Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (11.0%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (89.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (51.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (16.2%), percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (5.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (51.1%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 15.9 /100 | #206 | Poor 11.0% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 12.8 /100 | #212 | Poor 89.0% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #289 | Tragic 51.1% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #306 | Tragic 16.2% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #305 | Tragic 5.0% |
Somali Education Level
In terms of education level, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (59.9%), percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (65.8%), and percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (46.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least nursery school education (97.1%), percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (97.0%), and percentage of population with no schooling (2.9%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic 2.9% |
| Nursery School | 0.0 /100 | #305 | Tragic 97.1% |
| Kindergarten | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic 97.0% |
| 1st Grade | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic 97.0% |
| 2nd Grade | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic 97.0% |
| 3rd Grade | 0.0 /100 | #299 | Tragic 96.8% |
| 4th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #296 | Tragic 96.6% |
| 5th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #292 | Tragic 96.5% |
| 6th Grade | 0.1 /100 | #285 | Tragic 96.2% |
| 7th Grade | 0.9 /100 | #253 | Tragic 95.3% |
| 8th Grade | 1.4 /100 | #246 | Tragic 95.1% |
| 9th Grade | 2.9 /100 | #236 | Tragic 94.3% |
| 10th Grade | 6.2 /100 | #225 | Tragic 93.2% |
| 11th Grade | 11.6 /100 | #216 | Poor 92.1% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 10.2 /100 | #212 | Poor 90.6% |
| High School Diploma | 17.5 /100 | #203 | Poor 88.6% |
| GED/Equivalency | 16.4 /100 | #199 | Poor 85.0% |
| College, Under 1 year | 62.7 /100 | #163 | Good 65.8% |
| College, 1 year or more | 64.5 /100 | #161 | Good 59.9% |
| Associate's Degree | 62.5 /100 | #163 | Good 46.8% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 58.6 /100 | #166 | Average 38.1% |
| Master's Degree | 18.0 /100 | #211 | Poor 14.2% |
| Professional Degree | 14.8 /100 | #205 | Poor 4.1% |
| Doctorate Degree | 21.2 /100 | #204 | Fair 1.7% |
Somali Disability
In terms of disability, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with ambulatory disability (5.7%), percentage of population with vision disability (2.0%), and percentage of population with hearing disability (2.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (19.8%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (12.9%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (7.3%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 17.3 /100 | #194 | Poor 11.9% |
| Males | 18.2 /100 | #197 | Poor 11.4% |
| Females | 21.5 /100 | #202 | Fair 12.3% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 80.8 /100 | #140 | Excellent 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 0.8 /100 | #260 | Tragic 5.9% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 0.2 /100 | #259 | Tragic 7.3% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 0.1 /100 | #276 | Tragic 12.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.6 /100 | #254 | Tragic 25.1% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 29.5 /100 | #190 | Fair 47.6% |
| Vision | 99.2 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 2.0% |
| Hearing | 96.7 /100 | #87 | Exceptional 2.8% |
| Cognitive | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic 19.8% |
| Ambulatory | 99.2 /100 | #78 | Exceptional 5.7% |
| Self-Care | 63.7 /100 | #162 | Good 2.5% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Somalis in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Somalis in the United States are:
#1
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Ages 16 and over
69.2%
(100.0/100)
#2
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 16 and 19
45.1%
(100.0/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 25 and 29
87.1%
(100.0/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
79.3%
(100.0/100)
#5
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 64
81.6%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Somalis in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Somalis in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Family Households
57.6%
(0.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with Cognitive Disability
19.8%
(0.0/100)
#3
Poverty Level Among Females Between the Ages 18 and 24
25.1%
(0.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Married-couple Family Households
39.0%
(0.0/100)
#5
Poverty Level Among Single Females
25.2%
(0.0/100)
What is Somali per capita income in the United States?
Somali per capita income in the United States is $40,367, which is tragic, ranking it 238th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali median family income in the United States?
Somali median family income in the United States is $94,085, which is tragic, ranking it 240th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali median household income in the United States?
Somali median household income in the United States is $75,782, which is tragic, ranking it 272nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali median earnings in the United States?
Somali median earnings in the United States is $43,567, which is tragic, ranking it 253rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali median male earnings in the United States?
Somali median male earnings in the United States is $49,025, which is tragic, ranking it 266th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali median female earnings in the United States?
Somali median female earnings in the United States is $38,333, which is tragic, ranking it 231st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Somali wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 21.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 35th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level in the United States?
Somali poverty level in the United States is 15.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 302nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among families in the United States?
Somali poverty level among families in the United States is 11.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 273rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among males in the United States?
Somali poverty level among males in the United States is 14.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 309th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among females in the United States?
Somali poverty level among females in the United States is 16.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 298th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Somali poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 21.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 304th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among single males in the United States?
Somali poverty level among single males in the United States is 13.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 224th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among single females in the United States?
Somali poverty level among single females in the United States is 25.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 303rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Somali poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 14.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 29th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Somali poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 32.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 288th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Somali percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 13.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 243rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali unemployment in the United States?
Somali unemployment in the United States is 5.3%, which is fair, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Somali unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Somali unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 103rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of family households in the United States?
Somali percentage of family households in the United States is 57.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 346th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Somali percentage of family households with children in the United States is 26.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 272nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Somali percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 39.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 332nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali average family size in the United States?
Somali average family size in the United States is 3.20, which is poor, ranking it 214th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of single father households in the United States?
Somali percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 250th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Somali percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 269th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Somali percentage of population currently married in the United States is 41.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 312th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Somali percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 253rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Somali percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 30.7%, which is good, ranking it 150th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Somali percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.9%, which is poor, ranking it 194th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Somali percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.4%, which is poor, ranking it 197th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Somali percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.3%, which is fair, ranking it 202nd 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.