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SOCIAL INDEX
74.1/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
108th/ 347
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Afghan Geographic Distribution
Afghan Income
In terms of income, Afghans residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($58,019), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($68,951), and median household income ($97,026), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (24.9%), per capita income ($46,268), and median male earnings ($59,554).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 94.9 /100 | #114 | Exceptional $46,268 |
| Median Family Income | 99.5 /100 | #72 | Exceptional $112,971 |
| Median Household Income | 100.0 /100 | #39 | Exceptional $97,026 |
| Median Earnings | 99.9 /100 | #66 | Exceptional $51,112 |
| Median Male Earnings | 99.3 /100 | #84 | Exceptional $59,554 |
| Median Female Earnings | 99.9 /100 | #62 | Exceptional $43,077 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 100.0 /100 | #10 | Exceptional $58,019 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 99.6 /100 | #71 | Exceptional $104,410 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 99.8 /100 | #53 | Exceptional $112,676 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 100.0 /100 | #31 | Exceptional $68,951 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 88.1 /100 | #142 | Excellent 24.9% |
Afghan Poverty
In terms of poverty, Afghans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single fathers (14.0%), poverty level among single males (10.7%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (9.8%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among married-couple families (5.5%), poverty level among children under the age of 16 (16.2%), and poverty level among boys under the age of 16 (16.3%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 74.9 /100 | #146 | Good 12.0% |
| Families | 63.5 /100 | #166 | Good 8.8% |
| Males | 71.9 /100 | #143 | Good 10.9% |
| Females | 79.8 /100 | #144 | Good 13.0% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 99.0 /100 | #90 | Exceptional 19.0% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 85.8 /100 | #134 | Excellent 13.0% |
| Children Under 5 years | 74.4 /100 | #156 | Good 16.8% |
| Children Under 16 years | 52.3 /100 | #172 | Average 16.2% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 55.4 /100 | #167 | Average 16.3% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 62.3 /100 | #172 | Good 16.2% |
| Single Males | 100.0 /100 | #7 | Exceptional 10.7% |
| Single Females | 99.0 /100 | #88 | Exceptional 19.5% |
| Single Fathers | 100.0 /100 | #9 | Exceptional 14.0% |
| Single Mothers | 98.5 /100 | #87 | Exceptional 27.7% |
| Married Couples | 11.2 /100 | #218 | Poor 5.5% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 99.2 /100 | #55 | Exceptional 9.8% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 98.2 /100 | #54 | Exceptional 11.2% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 92.6 /100 | #126 | Exceptional 10.7% |
Afghan Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Afghans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (7.6%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (4.4%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (9.6%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.0%), unemploymnet rate among females (5.3%), and unemployment (5.3%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 47.4 /100 | #178 | Average 5.3% |
| Males | 62.0 /100 | #164 | Good 5.3% |
| Females | 33.9 /100 | #188 | Fair 5.3% |
| Youth < 25 | 89.7 /100 | #118 | Excellent 11.3% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 68.1 /100 | #154 | Good 17.4% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 99.9 /100 | #38 | Exceptional 9.6% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 92.5 /100 | #95 | Exceptional 6.4% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 49.6 /100 | #175 | Average 5.5% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 50.0 /100 | #174 | Average 4.7% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 84.6 /100 | #134 | Excellent 4.4% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 92.1 /100 | #112 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 100.0 /100 | #20 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 99.0 /100 | #74 | Exceptional 5.2% |
| Seniors > 65 | 97.6 /100 | #88 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Seniors > 75 | 8.3 /100 | #219 | Tragic 9.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 99.4 /100 | #71 | Exceptional 7.0% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 100.0 /100 | #18 | Exceptional 7.6% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 66.6 /100 | #160 | Good 5.4% |
Afghan Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Afghans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (67.1%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (80.3%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (36.1%), 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 | 100.0 /100 | #33 | Exceptional 67.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 98.9 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 80.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 25.7 /100 | #192 | Fair 36.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 63.5 /100 | #165 | Good 75.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 15.9 /100 | #202 | Poor 84.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 55.2 /100 | #166 | Average 84.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 86.3 /100 | #136 | Excellent 84.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 97.9 /100 | #63 | Exceptional 83.5% |
Afghan Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Afghans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households with children (30.2%), percentage of family households (66.3%), and average family size (3.31), but there is room for improvement in percentage of single father households (2.3%), percentage of single mother households (6.3%), and percentage of population currently married (47.3%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 100.0 /100 | #53 | Exceptional 66.3% |
| Family Households with Children | 100.0 /100 | #13 | Exceptional 30.2% |
| Married-couple Households | 97.3 /100 | #88 | Exceptional 48.0% |
| Average Family Size | 99.7 /100 | #85 | Exceptional 3.31 |
| Single Father Households | 50.0 /100 | #174 | Average 2.3% |
| Single Mother Households | 52.5 /100 | #171 | Average 6.3% |
| Currently Married | 81.8 /100 | #132 | Excellent 47.3% |
| Divorced or Separated | 99.4 /100 | #78 | Exceptional 11.5% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 99.4 /100 | #54 | Exceptional 27.9% |
Afghan Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Afghans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (92.1%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (8.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.3%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (21.7%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.0%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #48 | Exceptional 8.0% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 92.1% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 59.0% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 99.7 /100 | #80 | Exceptional 21.7% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 99.7 /100 | #84 | Exceptional 7.3% |
Afghan Education Level
In terms of education level, Afghans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (67.8%), percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (62.0%), and percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (40.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least nursery school education (97.4%), percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (97.4%), and percentage of population with at least 1st grade education (97.4%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 0.1 /100 | #281 | Tragic 2.6% |
| Nursery School | 0.0 /100 | #282 | Tragic 97.4% |
| Kindergarten | 0.0 /100 | #282 | Tragic 97.4% |
| 1st Grade | 0.1 /100 | #280 | Tragic 97.4% |
| 2nd Grade | 0.1 /100 | #280 | Tragic 97.3% |
| 3rd Grade | 0.1 /100 | #282 | Tragic 97.1% |
| 4th Grade | 0.1 /100 | #279 | Tragic 96.9% |
| 5th Grade | 0.2 /100 | #270 | Tragic 96.7% |
| 6th Grade | 0.2 /100 | #267 | Tragic 96.4% |
| 7th Grade | 0.5 /100 | #260 | Tragic 95.3% |
| 8th Grade | 0.6 /100 | #257 | Tragic 94.9% |
| 9th Grade | 1.8 /100 | #247 | Tragic 94.2% |
| 10th Grade | 4.5 /100 | #236 | Tragic 93.1% |
| 11th Grade | 12.8 /100 | #214 | Poor 92.1% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 29.9 /100 | #190 | Fair 90.9% |
| High School Diploma | 23.9 /100 | #195 | Fair 88.8% |
| GED/Equivalency | 59.7 /100 | #170 | Average 85.9% |
| College, Under 1 year | 96.6 /100 | #105 | Exceptional 67.8% |
| College, 1 year or more | 96.4 /100 | #103 | Exceptional 62.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 94.8 /100 | #117 | Exceptional 48.9% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 96.2 /100 | #114 | Exceptional 40.8% |
| Master's Degree | 96.2 /100 | #121 | Exceptional 16.5% |
| Professional Degree | 88.8 /100 | #138 | Excellent 4.7% |
| Doctorate Degree | 87.2 /100 | #139 | Excellent 2.0% |
Afghan Disability
In terms of disability, Afghans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (0.94%), percentage of females with a disability (11.2%), and percentage of population with ambulatory disability (5.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (48.4%), percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.3%), and percentage of population with self-care disability (2.4%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 99.9 /100 | #38 | Exceptional 10.8% |
| Males | 99.8 /100 | #39 | Exceptional 10.2% |
| Females | 100.0 /100 | #43 | Exceptional 11.2% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 100.0 /100 | #11 | Exceptional 0.94% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 99.6 /100 | #79 | Exceptional 5.2% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 98.7 /100 | #79 | Exceptional 6.1% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 98.9 /100 | #90 | Exceptional 10.3% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 88.6 /100 | #134 | Excellent 22.6% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 1.8 /100 | #244 | Tragic 48.4% |
| Vision | 99.5 /100 | #50 | Exceptional 2.0% |
| Hearing | 97.6 /100 | #72 | Exceptional 2.7% |
| Cognitive | 38.2 /100 | #185 | Fair 17.3% |
| Ambulatory | 100.0 /100 | #35 | Exceptional 5.5% |
| Self-Care | 82.3 /100 | #143 | Excellent 2.4% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Afghans in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Afghans in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Family Households with Children
30.2%
(100.0/100)
#2
Household Income with Householder Under the Age of 25
$58,019
(100.0/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Women with Children Between the Ages 6 and 17
7.6%
(100.0/100)
#4
Poverty Level Among Single Fathers
14.0%
(100.0/100)
#5
Poverty Level Among Single Males
10.7%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Afghans in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Afghans in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Nursery School Education
97.4%
(0.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Kindergarten Education
97.4%
(0.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least 1st Grade Education
97.4%
(0.1/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least 2nd Grade Education
97.3%
(0.1/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least 3rd Grade Education
97.1%
(0.1/100)
What is Afghan per capita income in the United States?
Afghan per capita income in the United States is $46,268, which is exceptional, ranking it 114th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan median family income in the United States?
Afghan median family income in the United States is $112,971, which is exceptional, ranking it 72nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan median household income in the United States?
Afghan median household income in the United States is $97,026, which is exceptional, ranking it 39th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan median earnings in the United States?
Afghan median earnings in the United States is $51,112, which is exceptional, ranking it 66th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan median male earnings in the United States?
Afghan median male earnings in the United States is $59,554, which is exceptional, ranking it 84th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan median female earnings in the United States?
Afghan median female earnings in the United States is $43,077, which is exceptional, ranking it 62nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Afghan wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 24.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 142nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan poverty level in the United States?
Afghan poverty level in the United States is 12.0%, which is good, ranking it 146th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan poverty level among families in the United States?
Afghan poverty level among families in the United States is 8.8%, which is good, ranking it 166th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan poverty level among males in the United States?
Afghan poverty level among males in the United States is 10.9%, which is good, ranking it 143rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan poverty level among females in the United States?
Afghan poverty level among females in the United States is 13.0%, which is good, ranking it 144th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Afghan poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 16.2%, which is average, ranking it 172nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan poverty level among single males in the United States?
Afghan poverty level among single males in the United States is 10.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 7th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan poverty level among single females in the United States?
Afghan poverty level among single females in the United States is 19.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 88th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Afghan poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 14.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 9th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Afghan poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 27.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 87th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Afghan percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 10.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 126th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan unemployment in the United States?
Afghan unemployment in the United States is 5.3%, which is average, ranking it 178th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Afghan unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.3%, which is good, ranking it 164th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Afghan unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.3%, which is fair, ranking it 188th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of family households in the United States?
Afghan percentage of family households in the United States is 66.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 53rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Afghan percentage of family households with children in the United States is 30.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 13th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Afghan percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 48.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 88th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan average family size in the United States?
Afghan average family size in the United States is 3.31, which is exceptional, ranking it 85th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of single father households in the United States?
Afghan percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.3%, which is average, ranking it 174th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Afghan percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.3%, which is average, ranking it 171st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Afghan percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 132nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Afghan percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 78th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Afghan percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 27.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 54th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Afghan percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 10.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 38th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Afghan percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 39th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Afghan percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Afghan percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 43rd 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.