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SOCIAL INDEX
52.3/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
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Alaska Native Geographic Distribution
Alaska Native Income
In terms of income, Alaska Natives residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($47,826), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($57,331), and wage/income gap percentage (26.4%), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($45,842), median earnings ($39,902), and median female earnings ($34,554).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 36.9 /100 | #253 | Fair $36,229 |
| Median Family Income | 39.2 /100 | #227 | Fair $87,645 |
| Median Household Income | 41.1 /100 | #234 | Average $73,739 |
| Median Earnings | 34.5 /100 | #253 | Fair $39,902 |
| Median Male Earnings | 33.5 /100 | #255 | Fair $45,842 |
| Median Female Earnings | 35.9 /100 | #246 | Fair $34,554 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 59.6 /100 | #155 | Average $47,826 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 39.8 /100 | #242 | Fair $80,068 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 42.1 /100 | #218 | Average $87,245 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 58.5 /100 | #143 | Average $57,331 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 53.7 /100 | #188 | Average 26.4% |
Alaska Native Poverty
In terms of poverty, Alaska Natives residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (9.7%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.8%), and poverty level among married-couple families (6.3%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (22.9%), poverty level among single females (24.5%), and poverty level among females between the ages 25 and 34 (17.2%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 66.9 /100 | #236 | Good 14.0% |
| Families | 68.9 /100 | #245 | Good 10.8% |
| Males | 67.4 /100 | #252 | Good 13.0% |
| Females | 67.7 /100 | #233 | Good 15.1% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 57.6 /100 | #288 | Average 22.9% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 62.1 /100 | #301 | Good 17.2% |
| Children Under 5 years | 62.6 /100 | #253 | Good 20.3% |
| Children Under 16 years | 68.9 /100 | #209 | Good 17.9% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 70.1 /100 | #202 | Good 17.7% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 67.1 /100 | #223 | Good 18.4% |
| Single Males | 67.4 /100 | #320 | Good 16.6% |
| Single Females | 60.3 /100 | #283 | Good 24.5% |
| Single Fathers | 64.7 /100 | #293 | Good 18.3% |
| Single Mothers | 65.2 /100 | #277 | Good 32.3% |
| Married Couples | 77.6 /100 | #272 | Good 6.3% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 88.6 /100 | #87 | Excellent 9.7% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 80.4 /100 | #169 | Excellent 11.8% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 65.5 /100 | #303 | Good 16.0% |
Alaska Native Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Alaska Natives residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (5.6%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (6.1%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (6.4%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (10.8%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (7.2%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (7.0%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 68.0 /100 | #333 | Good 8.0% |
| Males | 69.4 /100 | #333 | Good 9.0% |
| Females | 66.8 /100 | #330 | Good 7.2% |
| Youth < 25 | 68.7 /100 | #329 | Good 15.6% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 69.8 /100 | #310 | Good 22.8% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 68.9 /100 | #332 | Good 14.0% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 62.2 /100 | #332 | Good 10.8% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 66.8 /100 | #337 | Good 9.6% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 71.7 /100 | #328 | Good 7.5% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 64.8 /100 | #337 | Good 7.2% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 79.4 /100 | #332 | Good 6.4% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 66.2 /100 | #340 | Good 7.0% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 80.6 /100 | #316 | Excellent 6.1% |
| Seniors > 65 | 84.4 /100 | #268 | Excellent 5.6% |
| Seniors > 75 | 71.0 /100 | #295 | Good 10.2% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 72.4 /100 | #324 | Good 9.9% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 72.6 /100 | #319 | Good 10.7% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 66.3 /100 | #326 | Good 7.2% |
Alaska Native Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Alaska Natives residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (81.1%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (74.7%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.1%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (81.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (80.6%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (76.8%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 66.4 /100 | #195 | Good 65.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 64.7 /100 | #308 | Good 76.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 65.5 /100 | #82 | Good 38.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 66.8 /100 | #187 | Good 74.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 54.6 /100 | #319 | Average 81.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 57.2 /100 | #324 | Average 80.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 65.4 /100 | #310 | Good 81.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 74.8 /100 | #267 | Good 81.1% |
Alaska Native Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Alaska Natives residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population currently married (45.1%), percentage of married-couple family households (45.6%), and percentage of single father households (3.4%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.45), percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.9%), and percentage of family households with children (30.5%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 49.8 /100 | #101 | Average 65.5% |
| Family Households with Children | 46.2 /100 | #15 | Average 30.5% |
| Married-couple Households | 57.0 /100 | #210 | Average 45.6% |
| Average Family Size | 35.9 /100 | #37 | Fair 3.45 |
| Single Father Households | 54.3 /100 | #339 | Average 3.4% |
| Single Mother Households | 47.8 /100 | #260 | Average 7.6% |
| Currently Married | 57.4 /100 | #228 | Average 45.1% |
| Divorced or Separated | 45.3 /100 | #276 | Average 12.9% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 51.5 /100 | #289 | Average 38.0% |
Alaska Native Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Alaska Natives residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (18.2%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (83.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (52.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.0%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (20.3%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (52.8%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 69.7 /100 | #319 | Good 18.2% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 69.2 /100 | #318 | Good 83.0% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 67.4 /100 | #247 | Good 52.8% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 52.5 /100 | #127 | Average 20.3% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 44.9 /100 | #97 | Average 7.0% |
Alaska Native Education Level
In terms of education level, Alaska Natives residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with no schooling (1.4%), percentage of population with at least 4th grade education (98.4%), and percentage of population with at least 5th grade education (98.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.4%), percentage of population with at least master's degree education (11.4%), and percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.5%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 93.7 /100 | #30 | Exceptional 1.4% |
| Nursery School | 79.8 /100 | #10 | Good 98.8% |
| Kindergarten | 79.7 /100 | #9 | Good 98.8% |
| 1st Grade | 87.5 /100 | #9 | Excellent 98.8% |
| 2nd Grade | 88.3 /100 | #10 | Excellent 98.7% |
| 3rd Grade | 78.2 /100 | #12 | Good 98.6% |
| 4th Grade | 92.3 /100 | #20 | Exceptional 98.4% |
| 5th Grade | 92.2 /100 | #25 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 6th Grade | 77.8 /100 | #32 | Good 98.0% |
| 7th Grade | 80.3 /100 | #34 | Excellent 97.3% |
| 8th Grade | 79.1 /100 | #37 | Good 97.0% |
| 9th Grade | 86.3 /100 | #53 | Excellent 96.0% |
| 10th Grade | 87.0 /100 | #69 | Excellent 94.8% |
| 11th Grade | 83.1 /100 | #108 | Excellent 93.2% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 78.8 /100 | #147 | Good 91.3% |
| High School Diploma | 79.9 /100 | #126 | Good 89.7% |
| GED/Equivalency | 69.3 /100 | #204 | Good 84.8% |
| College, Under 1 year | 51.5 /100 | #261 | Average 60.7% |
| College, 1 year or more | 46.4 /100 | #281 | Average 53.6% |
| Associate's Degree | 36.5 /100 | #312 | Fair 37.1% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 30.9 /100 | #309 | Fair 29.2% |
| Master's Degree | 23.4 /100 | #292 | Fair 11.4% |
| Professional Degree | 24.4 /100 | #272 | Fair 3.5% |
| Doctorate Degree | 17.4 /100 | #276 | Poor 1.4% |
Alaska Native Disability
In terms of disability, Alaska Natives residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with self-care disability (2.3%), percentage of population with ambulatory disability (6.1%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (5.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (14.2%), percentage of population with hearing disability (4.4%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (30.8%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 52.6 /100 | #286 | Average 12.7% |
| Males | 46.6 /100 | #307 | Average 13.1% |
| Females | 62.6 /100 | #245 | Good 12.2% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 56.9 /100 | #342 | Average 2.4% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 69.0 /100 | #211 | Good 5.6% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 58.2 /100 | #283 | Average 7.1% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 36.0 /100 | #310 | Fair 14.2% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 44.1 /100 | #334 | Average 30.8% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 49.5 /100 | #335 | Average 53.9% |
| Vision | 55.5 /100 | #313 | Average 2.6% |
| Hearing | 40.3 /100 | #337 | Average 4.4% |
| Cognitive | 56.2 /100 | #229 | Average 17.6% |
| Ambulatory | 73.4 /100 | #183 | Good 6.1% |
| Self-Care | 77.7 /100 | #81 | Good 2.3% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Alaska Natives in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Alaska Natives in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with No Schooling
1.4%
(93.7/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least 4th Grade Education
98.4%
(92.3/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least 5th Grade Education
98.3%
(92.2/100)
#4
Poverty Level Among Seniors Over the Age of 65
9.7%
(88.6/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least 2nd Grade Education
98.7%
(88.3/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Alaska Natives in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Alaska Natives in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.4%
(17.4/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education
11.4%
(23.4/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
3.5%
(24.4/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Bachelor's Degree Education
29.2%
(30.9/100)
#5
Median Male Earnings
$45,842
(33.5/100)
What is Alaska Native per capita income in the United States?
Alaska Native per capita income in the United States is $36,229, which is fair, ranking it 253rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native median family income in the United States?
Alaska Native median family income in the United States is $87,645, which is fair, ranking it 227th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native median household income in the United States?
Alaska Native median household income in the United States is $73,739, which is average, ranking it 234th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native median earnings in the United States?
Alaska Native median earnings in the United States is $39,902, which is fair, ranking it 253rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native median male earnings in the United States?
Alaska Native median male earnings in the United States is $45,842, which is fair, ranking it 255th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native median female earnings in the United States?
Alaska Native median female earnings in the United States is $34,554, which is fair, ranking it 246th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Alaska Native wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 26.4%, which is average, ranking it 188th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native poverty level in the United States?
Alaska Native poverty level in the United States is 14.0%, which is good, ranking it 236th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native poverty level among families in the United States?
Alaska Native poverty level among families in the United States is 10.8%, which is good, ranking it 245th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native poverty level among males in the United States?
Alaska Native poverty level among males in the United States is 13.0%, which is good, ranking it 252nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native poverty level among females in the United States?
Alaska Native poverty level among females in the United States is 15.1%, which is good, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Alaska Native poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 17.9%, which is good, ranking it 209th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native poverty level among single males in the United States?
Alaska Native poverty level among single males in the United States is 16.6%, which is good, ranking it 320th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native poverty level among single females in the United States?
Alaska Native poverty level among single females in the United States is 24.5%, which is good, ranking it 283rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Alaska Native poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 18.3%, which is good, ranking it 293rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Alaska Native poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 32.3%, which is good, ranking it 277th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 16.0%, which is good, ranking it 303rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native unemployment in the United States?
Alaska Native unemployment in the United States is 8.0%, which is good, ranking it 333rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Alaska Native unemployment rate among males in the United States is 9.0%, which is good, ranking it 333rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Alaska Native unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 7.2%, which is good, ranking it 330th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of family households in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of family households in the United States is 65.5%, which is average, ranking it 101st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of family households with children in the United States is 30.5%, which is average, ranking it 15th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 45.6%, which is average, ranking it 210th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native average family size in the United States?
Alaska Native average family size in the United States is 3.45, which is fair, ranking it 37th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of single father households in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of single father households in the United States is 3.4%, which is average, ranking it 339th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.6%, which is average, ranking it 260th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of population currently married in the United States is 45.1%, which is average, ranking it 228th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.9%, which is average, ranking it 276th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 38.0%, which is average, ranking it 289th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.7%, which is average, ranking it 286th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 13.1%, which is average, ranking it 307th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Alaska Native percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Alaska Native percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.2%, which is good, ranking it 245th 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.