Welsh Social Profile
COMPARE
Welsh
Select to Compare
Social Profile
Welsh Social Profile
6,335
SOCIAL INDEX
60.8/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
156th/ 347
SOCIAL RANK
Welsh Geographic Distribution
Welsh Income
In terms of income, Welsh residing in the United States exhibit better median male earnings ($54,647), household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($100,322), and median family income ($102,151), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (28.9%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($50,597), and median female earnings ($37,856).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 38.2 /100 | #181 | Fair $43,233 |
| Median Family Income | 43.3 /100 | #178 | Average $102,151 |
| Median Household Income | 28.0 /100 | #192 | Fair $83,628 |
| Median Earnings | 26.6 /100 | #203 | Fair $45,710 |
| Median Male Earnings | 53.8 /100 | #172 | Average $54,647 |
| Median Female Earnings | 2.1 /100 | #251 | Tragic $37,856 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 2.0 /100 | #246 | Tragic $50,597 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 30.0 /100 | #190 | Fair $93,039 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 50.0 /100 | #174 | Average $100,322 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 42.2 /100 | #179 | Average $60,666 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 0.1 /100 | #321 | Tragic 28.9% |
Welsh Poverty
In terms of poverty, Welsh residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (9.3%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (10.5%), and poverty level among married-couple families (4.3%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single fathers (17.8%), poverty level among single males (14.0%), and poverty level among single mothers (30.4%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 91.6 /100 | #110 | Exceptional 11.6% |
| Families | 95.8 /100 | #99 | Exceptional 8.1% |
| Males | 91.6 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 10.5% |
| Females | 91.6 /100 | #114 | Exceptional 12.7% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 5.4 /100 | #234 | Tragic 20.8% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 17.2 /100 | #202 | Poor 14.0% |
| Children Under 5 years | 54.0 /100 | #173 | Average 17.2% |
| Children Under 16 years | 87.2 /100 | #138 | Excellent 15.3% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 88.3 /100 | #133 | Excellent 15.5% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 85.4 /100 | #145 | Excellent 15.6% |
| Single Males | 0.1 /100 | #273 | Tragic 14.0% |
| Single Females | 5.0 /100 | #231 | Tragic 22.0% |
| Single Fathers | 0.0 /100 | #284 | Tragic 17.8% |
| Single Mothers | 3.2 /100 | #236 | Tragic 30.4% |
| Married Couples | 99.7 /100 | #53 | Exceptional 4.3% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 99.9 /100 | #23 | Exceptional 9.3% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 99.9 /100 | #18 | Exceptional 10.5% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 97.3 /100 | #96 | Exceptional 10.3% |
Welsh Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Welsh residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (4.1%), unemployment (4.7%), and unemploymnet rate among females (4.7%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (10.0%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (9.3%), and unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (8.0%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 99.9 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Males | 99.7 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 4.8% |
| Females | 99.9 /100 | #24 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Youth < 25 | 99.7 /100 | #44 | Exceptional 10.9% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 99.6 /100 | #52 | Exceptional 16.4% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 99.3 /100 | #65 | Exceptional 9.8% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 61.3 /100 | #159 | Good 6.6% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 56.3 /100 | #165 | Average 5.4% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 91.6 /100 | #103 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 99.9 /100 | #28 | Exceptional 4.1% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 99.6 /100 | #56 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 99.9 /100 | #56 | Exceptional 4.6% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 96.5 /100 | #98 | Exceptional 5.2% |
| Seniors > 65 | 99.1 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Seniors > 75 | 0.0 /100 | #301 | Tragic 10.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 5.0 /100 | #232 | Tragic 8.0% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 4.0 /100 | #230 | Tragic 9.3% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 97.7 /100 | #60 | Exceptional 5.1% |
Welsh Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Welsh residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (42.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (77.5%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (64.0%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (79.0%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.2%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 0.2 /100 | #279 | Tragic 64.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 2.4 /100 | #239 | Tragic 79.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 100.0 /100 | #27 | Exceptional 42.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 100.0 /100 | #36 | Exceptional 77.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 31.1 /100 | #190 | Fair 84.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 2.7 /100 | #229 | Tragic 84.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 5.3 /100 | #228 | Tragic 84.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 9.2 /100 | #206 | Tragic 82.3% |
Welsh Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Welsh residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population currently married (48.9%), percentage of married-couple family households (48.8%), and percentage of single mother households (5.9%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.12), percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.6%), and percentage of family households with children (27.2%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 80.1 /100 | #145 | Excellent 64.6% |
| Family Households with Children | 14.2 /100 | #211 | Poor 27.2% |
| Married-couple Households | 99.5 /100 | #44 | Exceptional 48.8% |
| Average Family Size | 0.1 /100 | #319 | Tragic 3.12 |
| Single Father Households | 44.0 /100 | #179 | Average 2.3% |
| Single Mother Households | 92.8 /100 | #126 | Exceptional 5.9% |
| Currently Married | 99.5 /100 | #28 | Exceptional 48.9% |
| Divorced or Separated | 0.7 /100 | #255 | Tragic 12.6% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 38.2 /100 | #186 | Fair 32.0% |
Welsh Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Welsh residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (60.8%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (93.0%), and percentage of households with no vehicle available (7.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.5%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (22.6%), and percentage of households with no vehicle available (7.2%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #17 | Exceptional 7.2% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #18 | Exceptional 93.0% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #26 | Exceptional 60.8% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #52 | Exceptional 22.6% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #68 | Exceptional 7.5% |
Welsh Education Level
In terms of education level, Welsh residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 6th grade education (98.5%), percentage of population with at least 4th grade education (98.7%), and percentage of population with at least 5th grade education (98.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (37.0%), percentage of population with at least master's degree education (14.6%), and percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.3%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 100.0 /100 | #20 | Exceptional 1.5% |
| Nursery School | 100.0 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 98.9% |
| Kindergarten | 100.0 /100 | #4 | Exceptional 98.9% |
| 1st Grade | 100.0 /100 | #4 | Exceptional 98.9% |
| 2nd Grade | 100.0 /100 | #26 | Exceptional 98.5% |
| 3rd Grade | 100.0 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 98.8% |
| 4th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 98.7% |
| 5th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 98.6% |
| 6th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 98.5% |
| 7th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #24 | Exceptional 97.4% |
| 8th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #22 | Exceptional 97.2% |
| 9th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #19 | Exceptional 96.4% |
| 10th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #26 | Exceptional 95.5% |
| 11th Grade | 99.9 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 94.2% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 99.7 /100 | #55 | Exceptional 92.8% |
| High School Diploma | 99.8 /100 | #50 | Exceptional 91.2% |
| GED/Equivalency | 97.9 /100 | #90 | Exceptional 87.4% |
| College, Under 1 year | 69.9 /100 | #156 | Good 66.0% |
| College, 1 year or more | 52.4 /100 | #170 | Average 59.5% |
| Associate's Degree | 37.9 /100 | #186 | Fair 45.9% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 29.1 /100 | #198 | Fair 37.0% |
| Master's Degree | 34.2 /100 | #191 | Fair 14.6% |
| Professional Degree | 35.8 /100 | #185 | Fair 4.3% |
| Doctorate Degree | 69.7 /100 | #160 | Good 1.9% |
Welsh Disability
In terms of disability, Welsh residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.0%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (47.0%), and percentage of population with self-care disability (2.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.6%), percentage of population with hearing disability (3.7%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (7.7%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 0.0 /100 | #284 | Tragic 12.9% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #285 | Tragic 12.7% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #282 | Tragic 13.1% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic 1.6% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 0.0 /100 | #299 | Tragic 6.3% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic 7.7% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 0.6 /100 | #258 | Tragic 12.4% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 24.3 /100 | #199 | Fair 23.7% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 81.3 /100 | #149 | Excellent 47.0% |
| Vision | 2.3 /100 | #229 | Tragic 2.3% |
| Hearing | 0.0 /100 | #295 | Tragic 3.7% |
| Cognitive | 90.8 /100 | #138 | Exceptional 17.0% |
| Ambulatory | 0.6 /100 | #255 | Tragic 6.5% |
| Self-Care | 50.0 /100 | #174 | Average 2.5% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Welsh in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Welsh in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least 6th Grade Education
98.5%
(100.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least 4th Grade Education
98.7%
(100.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least 5th Grade Education
98.6%
(100.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least 3rd Grade Education
98.8%
(100.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least Nursery School Education
98.9%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Welsh in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Welsh in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with a Disability Under the Age of 5
1.6%
(0.0/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Seniors Over the Age of 75
10.0%
(0.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with Hearing Disability
3.7%
(0.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with a Disability Between the Ages 18 and 35
7.7%
(0.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Males with a Disability
12.7%
(0.0/100)
What is Welsh per capita income in the United States?
Welsh per capita income in the United States is $43,233, which is fair, ranking it 181st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh median family income in the United States?
Welsh median family income in the United States is $102,151, which is average, ranking it 178th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh median household income in the United States?
Welsh median household income in the United States is $83,628, which is fair, ranking it 192nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh median earnings in the United States?
Welsh median earnings in the United States is $45,710, which is fair, ranking it 203rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh median male earnings in the United States?
Welsh median male earnings in the United States is $54,647, which is average, ranking it 172nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh median female earnings in the United States?
Welsh median female earnings in the United States is $37,856, which is tragic, ranking it 251st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Welsh wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 28.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 321st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh poverty level in the United States?
Welsh poverty level in the United States is 11.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 110th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh poverty level among families in the United States?
Welsh poverty level among families in the United States is 8.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 99th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh poverty level among males in the United States?
Welsh poverty level among males in the United States is 10.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 104th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh poverty level among females in the United States?
Welsh poverty level among females in the United States is 12.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 114th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Welsh poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 15.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 138th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh poverty level among single males in the United States?
Welsh poverty level among single males in the United States is 14.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 273rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh poverty level among single females in the United States?
Welsh poverty level among single females in the United States is 22.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 231st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Welsh poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 17.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 284th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Welsh poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 30.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 236th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Welsh percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 10.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 96th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh unemployment in the United States?
Welsh unemployment in the United States is 4.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 21st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Welsh unemployment rate among males in the United States is 4.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 34th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Welsh unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 4.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 24th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of family households in the United States?
Welsh percentage of family households in the United States is 64.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 145th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Welsh percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.2%, which is poor, ranking it 211th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Welsh percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 48.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 44th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh average family size in the United States?
Welsh average family size in the United States is 3.12, which is tragic, ranking it 319th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of single father households in the United States?
Welsh percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.3%, which is average, ranking it 179th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Welsh percentage of single mother households in the United States is 5.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 126th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Welsh percentage of population currently married in the United States is 48.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 28th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Welsh percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 255th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Welsh percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 32.0%, which is fair, ranking it 186th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Welsh percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 284th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Welsh percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 12.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 285th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Welsh percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Welsh percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 13.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 282nd 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.