In terms of income, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (24.7%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($52,979), and median household income ($87,446), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($54,508), household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($101,171), and median family income ($103,624).

Income Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Per Capita Income	64.8 /100 \| #157	Good $44,206
Median Family Income	61.9 /100 \| #167	Good $103,624
Median Household Income	81.8 /100 \| #147	Excellent $87,446
Median Earnings	67.4 /100 \| #162	Good $46,952
Median Male Earnings	50.4 /100 \| #173	Average $54,508
Median Female Earnings	66.1 /100 \| #162	Good $40,019
Householder Age \| Under 25 years	87.3 /100 \| #144	Excellent $52,979
Householder Age \| 25 - 44 years	74.5 /100 \| #152	Good $96,497
Householder Age \| 45 - 64 years	60.5 /100 \| #168	Good $101,171
Householder Age \| Over 65 years	78.7 /100 \| #142	Good $62,215
Wage/Income Gap	92.0 /100 \| #135	Exceptional 24.7%

South American Indian Poverty

In terms of poverty, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (12.1%), poverty level among single fathers (15.7%), and poverty level among single females (20.6%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (12.9%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (11.4%), and poverty level among males (11.5%).

Poverty Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Poverty	23.3 /100 \| #192	Fair 12.7%
Families	38.7 /100 \| #184	Fair 9.1%
Males	22.8 /100 \| #191	Fair 11.5%
Females	28.9 /100 \| #196	Fair 13.7%
Females 18 to 24 years	48.4 /100 \| #175	Average 20.1%
Females 25 to 34 years	51.9 /100 \| #171	Average 13.5%
Children Under 5 years	41.4 /100 \| #180	Average 17.4%
Children Under 16 years	41.8 /100 \| #180	Average 16.4%
Boys Under 16 years	44.3 /100 \| #181	Average 16.5%
Girls Under 16 years	35.0 /100 \| #186	Fair 16.8%
Single Males	98.3 /100 \| #90	Exceptional 12.1%
Single Females	75.7 /100 \| #156	Good 20.6%
Single Fathers	96.2 /100 \| #103	Exceptional 15.7%
Single Mothers	43.2 /100 \| #178	Average 29.3%
Married Couples	32.5 /100 \| #189	Fair 5.3%
Seniors Over 65 years	11.7 /100 \| #208	Poor 11.4%
Seniors Over 75 years	5.5 /100 \| #215	Tragic 12.9%
Receiving Food Stamps	41.7 /100 \| #181	Average 11.9%

South American Indian Unemployment

In terms of unemployment, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (8.2%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.7%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (4.7%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (10.8%), unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (12.1%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.5%).

Unemployment Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Unemployment	7.8 /100 \| #225	Tragic 5.5%
Males	7.6 /100 \| #210	Tragic 5.5%
Females	2.8 /100 \| #241	Tragic 5.5%
Youth < 25	1.6 /100 \| #233	Tragic 12.1%
Age \| 16 to 19 years	13.0 /100 \| #217	Poor 18.0%
Age \| 20 to 24 years	0.5 /100 \| #249	Tragic 10.8%
Age \| 25 to 29 years	23.3 /100 \| #200	Fair 6.8%
Age \| 30 to 34 years	24.4 /100 \| #201	Fair 5.6%
Age \| 35 to 44 years	40.7 /100 \| #178	Average 4.7%
Age \| 45 to 54 years	3.1 /100 \| #228	Tragic 4.7%
Age \| 55 to 59 years	90.9 /100 \| #115	Exceptional 4.7%
Age \| 60 to 64 years	31.2 /100 \| #187	Fair 4.9%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	2.3 /100 \| #233	Tragic 5.5%
Seniors > 65	15.3 /100 \| #205	Poor 5.2%
Seniors > 75	99.1 /100 \| #103	Exceptional 8.2%
Women w/ Children < 6	9.3 /100 \| #220	Tragic 7.9%
Women w/ Children 6 to 17	34.4 /100 \| #182	Fair 9.0%
Women w/ Children < 18	30.8 /100 \| #191	Fair 5.5%

South American Indian Labor Participation

In terms of labor participation, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (66.0%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (79.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (35.8%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.5%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.7%).

Labor Participation Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
In Labor Force \| Age > 16	99.4 /100 \| #87	Exceptional 66.0%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-64	87.6 /100 \| #133	Excellent 79.9%
In Labor Force \| Age 16-19	14.6 /100 \| #205	Poor 35.8%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-24	69.0 /100 \| #159	Good 75.3%
In Labor Force \| Age 25-29	25.0 /100 \| #193	Fair 84.5%
In Labor Force \| Age 30-34	52.1 /100 \| #169	Average 84.7%
In Labor Force \| Age 35-44	73.6 /100 \| #148	Good 84.5%
In Labor Force \| Age 45-54	62.2 /100 \| #161	Good 82.9%

South American Indian Family Structure

In terms of family structure, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households with children (28.0%), percentage of population currently divorced or separated (11.8%), and average family size (3.26), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population currently married (45.8%), percentage of married-couple family households (46.0%), and percentage of single mother households (6.4%).

Family Structure Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Family Households	81.9 /100 \| #144	Excellent 64.6%
Family Households with Children	96.9 /100 \| #114	Exceptional 28.0%
Married-couple Households	28.4 /100 \| #188	Fair 46.0%
Average Family Size	91.6 /100 \| #124	Exceptional 3.26
Single Father Households	88.5 /100 \| #148	Excellent 2.3%
Single Mother Households	33.4 /100 \| #182	Fair 6.4%
Currently Married	11.5 /100 \| #205	Poor 45.8%
Divorced or Separated	92.1 /100 \| #126	Exceptional 11.8%
Births to Unmarried Women	47.7 /100 \| #177	Average 31.7%

South American Indian Vehicle Availability

In terms of vehicle availability, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.3%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (19.1%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (53.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (88.0%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (12.1%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (53.9%).

Vehicle Availability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Vehicles Available	0.9 /100 \| #258	Tragic 12.1%
1+ Vehicles Available	0.9 /100 \| #258	Tragic 88.0%
2+ Vehicles Available	6.5 /100 \| #219	Tragic 53.9%
3+ Vehicles Available	25.4 /100 \| #191	Fair 19.1%
4+ Vehicles Available	40.7 /100 \| #182	Average 6.3%

South American Indian Education Level

In terms of education level, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.8%), percentage of population with at least master's degree education (15.9%), and percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (2.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least 8th grade education (95.1%), percentage of population with at least 7th grade education (95.5%), and percentage of population with at least 9th grade education (94.3%).

Education Level Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Schooling Completed	11.0 /100 \| #207	Poor 2.2%
Nursery School	8.0 /100 \| #214	Tragic 97.8%
Kindergarten	7.7 /100 \| #213	Tragic 97.8%
1st Grade	7.6 /100 \| #214	Tragic 97.7%
2nd Grade	6.7 /100 \| #216	Tragic 97.7%
3rd Grade	5.7 /100 \| #217	Tragic 97.5%
4th Grade	5.5 /100 \| #220	Tragic 97.3%
5th Grade	5.4 /100 \| #224	Tragic 97.0%
6th Grade	3.5 /100 \| #232	Tragic 96.7%
7th Grade	2.0 /100 \| #241	Tragic 95.5%
8th Grade	1.9 /100 \| #241	Tragic 95.1%
9th Grade	2.8 /100 \| #238	Tragic 94.3%
10th Grade	4.9 /100 \| #231	Tragic 93.1%
11th Grade	7.6 /100 \| #220	Tragic 92.0%
12th Grade, No Diploma	10.9 /100 \| #210	Poor 90.6%
High School Diploma	12.2 /100 \| #212	Poor 88.5%
GED/Equivalency	22.8 /100 \| #191	Fair 85.2%
College, Under 1 year	54.4 /100 \| #172	Average 65.5%
College, 1 year or more	66.9 /100 \| #160	Good 60.0%
Associate's Degree	76.7 /100 \| #148	Good 47.4%
Bachelor's Degree	83.6 /100 \| #141	Excellent 39.3%
Master's Degree	88.4 /100 \| #135	Excellent 15.9%
Professional Degree	89.9 /100 \| #134	Excellent 4.8%
Doctorate Degree	88.3 /100 \| #137	Excellent 2.0%

South American Indian Disability

In terms of disability, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of females with a disability (11.8%), percentage of population with ambulatory disability (5.9%), and percentage of population with a disability (11.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.3%), percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.5%), and percentage of population with vision disability (2.2%).

Disability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Disability	92.2 /100 \| #124	Exceptional 11.4%
Males	88.1 /100 \| #124	Excellent 10.9%
Females	95.8 /100 \| #127	Exceptional 11.8%
Age \| Under 5 years	3.3 /100 \| #236	Tragic 1.3%
Age \| 5 to 17 years	89.3 /100 \| #141	Excellent 5.5%
Age \| 18 to 34 years	86.5 /100 \| #142	Excellent 6.4%
Age \| 35 to 64 years	83.5 /100 \| #146	Excellent 10.9%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	65.5 /100 \| #159	Good 23.1%
Age \| Over 75 years	68.1 /100 \| #161	Good 47.1%
Vision	57.4 /100 \| #169	Average 2.2%
Hearing	86.9 /100 \| #127	Excellent 2.9%
Cognitive	13.0 /100 \| #201	Poor 17.5%
Ambulatory	94.8 /100 \| #115	Exceptional 5.9%
Self-Care	87.2 /100 \| #136	Excellent 2.4%

Common Questions

What are the strongest characteristics of South American Indians in the United States?

The strongest characteristics of South American Indians in the United States are:

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Ages 16 and over

66.0%

(99.4/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Seniors Over the Age of 75

8.2%

(99.1/100)

Poverty Level Among Single Males

12.1%

(98.3/100)

Percentage of Family Households with Children

28.0%

(96.9/100)

Poverty Level Among Single Fathers

15.7%

(96.2/100)

What are the most vital challenges facing South American Indians in the United States?

The most vital challenges facing South American Indians in the United States are:

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24

10.8%

(0.5/100)

Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available

88.0%

(0.9/100)

Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available

12.1%

(0.9/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Youth Under the Age of 25

12.1%

(1.6/100)

Percentage of Population with at least 8th Grade Education

95.1%

(1.9/100)

What is South American Indian per capita income in the United States?

South American Indian per capita income in the United States is $44,206, which is good, ranking it 157th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian median family income in the United States?

South American Indian median family income in the United States is $103,624, which is good, ranking it 167th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian median household income in the United States?

South American Indian median household income in the United States is $87,446, which is excellent, ranking it 147th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian median earnings in the United States?

South American Indian median earnings in the United States is $46,952, which is good, ranking it 162nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian median male earnings in the United States?

South American Indian median male earnings in the United States is $54,508, which is average, ranking it 173rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian median female earnings in the United States?

South American Indian median female earnings in the United States is $40,019, which is good, ranking it 162nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?

South American Indian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 24.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 135th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian poverty level in the United States?

South American Indian poverty level in the United States is 12.7%, which is fair, ranking it 192nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian poverty level among families in the United States?

South American Indian poverty level among families in the United States is 9.1%, which is fair, ranking it 184th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian poverty level among males in the United States?

South American Indian poverty level among males in the United States is 11.5%, which is fair, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian poverty level among females in the United States?

South American Indian poverty level among females in the United States is 13.7%, which is fair, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?

South American Indian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 16.4%, which is average, ranking it 180th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian poverty level among single males in the United States?

South American Indian poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 90th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian poverty level among single females in the United States?

South American Indian poverty level among single females in the United States is 20.6%, which is good, ranking it 156th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?

South American Indian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 103rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?

South American Indian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 29.3%, which is average, ranking it 178th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 11.9%, which is average, ranking it 181st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian unemployment in the United States?

South American Indian unemployment in the United States is 5.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 225th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian unemployment rate among males in the United States?

South American Indian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 210th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?

South American Indian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 241st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of family households in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of family households in the United States is 64.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 144th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of family households with children in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 114th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 46.0%, which is fair, ranking it 188th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian average family size in the United States?

South American Indian average family size in the United States is 3.26, which is exceptional, ranking it 124th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of single father households in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 148th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of single mother households in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.4%, which is fair, ranking it 182nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of population currently married in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 45.8%, which is poor, ranking it 205th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 126th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 31.7%, which is average, ranking it 177th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 124th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 124th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is South American Indian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?

South American Indian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 127th 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.

South American Indian Social Profile

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