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Bangladeshi Geographic Distribution
Bangladeshi Income
In terms of income, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (22.2%), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($54,719), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($86,402), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder under the age of 25 ($47,589), per capita income ($35,897), and median female earnings ($35,960).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 0.0 /100 | #318 | Tragic $35,897 |
| Median Family Income | 0.1 /100 | #283 | Tragic $88,358 |
| Median Household Income | 0.1 /100 | #290 | Tragic $74,112 |
| Median Earnings | 0.1 /100 | #295 | Tragic $41,263 |
| Median Male Earnings | 0.1 /100 | #304 | Tragic $46,744 |
| Median Female Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #289 | Tragic $35,960 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic $47,589 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 0.1 /100 | #295 | Tragic $81,363 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.1 /100 | #287 | Tragic $86,402 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 0.1 /100 | #262 | Tragic $54,719 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 100.0 /100 | #53 | Exceptional 22.2% |
Bangladeshi Poverty
In terms of poverty, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single fathers (15.2%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (12.0%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (11.2%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single females (24.2%), poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (22.5%), and poverty level among males (13.6%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 0.0 /100 | #277 | Tragic 14.8% |
| Families | 0.2 /100 | #260 | Tragic 10.9% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #277 | Tragic 13.6% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #277 | Tragic 16.0% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #291 | Tragic 22.5% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #280 | Tragic 15.9% |
| Children Under 5 years | 0.1 /100 | #275 | Tragic 20.6% |
| Children Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #278 | Tragic 19.9% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #279 | Tragic 20.0% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 0.1 /100 | #273 | Tragic 20.0% |
| Single Males | 3.7 /100 | #235 | Tragic 13.3% |
| Single Females | 0.0 /100 | #287 | Tragic 24.2% |
| Single Fathers | 99.8 /100 | #64 | Exceptional 15.2% |
| Single Mothers | 0.1 /100 | #274 | Tragic 31.7% |
| Married Couples | 0.5 /100 | #256 | Tragic 6.0% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 25.2 /100 | #196 | Fair 11.2% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 70.4 /100 | #146 | Good 12.0% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 0.0 /100 | #283 | Tragic 15.0% |
Bangladeshi Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (7.4%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (4.6%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (10.0%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.6%), unemployment rate among males (5.7%), and unemployment (5.4%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 11.2 /100 | #219 | Poor 5.4% |
| Males | 0.8 /100 | #243 | Tragic 5.7% |
| Females | 64.3 /100 | #164 | Good 5.2% |
| Youth < 25 | 55.6 /100 | #171 | Average 11.6% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 95.8 /100 | #94 | Exceptional 16.9% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 96.9 /100 | #92 | Exceptional 10.0% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 51.6 /100 | #172 | Average 6.6% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 76.6 /100 | #134 | Good 5.3% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 28.0 /100 | #195 | Fair 4.8% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 59.7 /100 | #163 | Average 4.5% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 91.3 /100 | #114 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 99.9 /100 | #55 | Exceptional 4.6% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 65.8 /100 | #160 | Good 5.3% |
| Seniors > 65 | 32.3 /100 | #189 | Fair 5.2% |
| Seniors > 75 | 0.1 /100 | #281 | Tragic 9.6% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 74.8 /100 | #152 | Good 7.5% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 100.0 /100 | #12 | Exceptional 7.4% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 73.2 /100 | #147 | Good 5.3% |
Bangladeshi Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (42.5%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (78.1%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.9%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (81.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.3%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.1%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 98.9 /100 | #96 | Exceptional 65.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 16.4 /100 | #209 | Poor 79.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 100.0 /100 | #24 | Exceptional 42.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 100.0 /100 | #19 | Exceptional 78.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 94.0 /100 | #99 | Exceptional 85.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 9.4 /100 | #207 | Tragic 84.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 13.7 /100 | #213 | Poor 84.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.0 /100 | #270 | Tragic 81.3% |
Bangladeshi Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households with children (30.1%), average family size (3.37), and percentage of family households (64.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of single father households (3.1%), percentage of single mother households (8.1%), and percentage of population currently married (43.7%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 44.3 /100 | #175 | Average 64.3% |
| Family Households with Children | 100.0 /100 | #14 | Exceptional 30.1% |
| Married-couple Households | 0.1 /100 | #264 | Tragic 43.5% |
| Average Family Size | 100.0 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 3.37 |
| Single Father Households | 0.0 /100 | #327 | Tragic 3.1% |
| Single Mother Households | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic 8.1% |
| Currently Married | 0.1 /100 | #262 | Tragic 43.7% |
| Divorced or Separated | 10.5 /100 | #222 | Poor 12.3% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 2.5 /100 | #233 | Tragic 34.4% |
Bangladeshi Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.6%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (21.9%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (58.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (91.4%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (8.7%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (58.4%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 99.3 /100 | #86 | Exceptional 8.7% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 99.2 /100 | #89 | Exceptional 91.4% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 99.6 /100 | #71 | Exceptional 58.4% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 99.8 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 21.9% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #64 | Exceptional 7.6% |
Bangladeshi Education Level
In terms of education level, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (61.4%), percentage of population with at least ged/equivalency education (83.1%), and percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (54.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with no schooling (3.5%), percentage of population with at least nursery school education (96.6%), and percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (96.6%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 0.0 /100 | #338 | Tragic 3.5% |
| Nursery School | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 96.6% |
| Kindergarten | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 96.6% |
| 1st Grade | 0.0 /100 | #334 | Tragic 96.5% |
| 2nd Grade | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 96.5% |
| 3rd Grade | 0.0 /100 | #328 | Tragic 96.3% |
| 4th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #320 | Tragic 96.1% |
| 5th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #313 | Tragic 95.9% |
| 6th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic 95.7% |
| 7th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #299 | Tragic 94.5% |
| 8th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #292 | Tragic 94.3% |
| 9th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #284 | Tragic 93.4% |
| 10th Grade | 0.1 /100 | #281 | Tragic 92.2% |
| 11th Grade | 0.1 /100 | #276 | Tragic 90.9% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 0.1 /100 | #270 | Tragic 89.3% |
| High School Diploma | 0.1 /100 | #274 | Tragic 86.9% |
| GED/Equivalency | 0.2 /100 | #264 | Tragic 83.1% |
| College, Under 1 year | 0.4 /100 | #256 | Tragic 61.4% |
| College, 1 year or more | 0.2 /100 | #269 | Tragic 54.5% |
| Associate's Degree | 0.1 /100 | #282 | Tragic 40.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic 30.2% |
| Master's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #328 | Tragic 10.5% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 3.1% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0 /100 | #337 | Tragic 1.2% |
Bangladeshi Disability
In terms of disability, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.3%), percentage of population with ambulatory disability (6.3%), and percentage of population with hearing disability (3.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with self-care disability (2.8%), percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.6%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (13.6%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 0.1 /100 | #268 | Tragic 12.6% |
| Males | 0.5 /100 | #250 | Tragic 12.0% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #285 | Tragic 13.1% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 15.5 /100 | #216 | Poor 1.3% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 4.8 /100 | #229 | Tragic 5.8% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 0.1 /100 | #267 | Tragic 7.4% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 13.6% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #296 | Tragic 26.8% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #280 | Tragic 49.4% |
| Vision | 0.5 /100 | #250 | Tragic 2.3% |
| Hearing | 8.1 /100 | #215 | Tragic 3.2% |
| Cognitive | 0.0 /100 | #318 | Tragic 18.6% |
| Ambulatory | 14.2 /100 | #208 | Poor 6.3% |
| Self-Care | 0.0 /100 | #309 | Tragic 2.8% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Bangladeshis in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Bangladeshis in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Family Households with Children
30.1%
(100.0/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Women with Children Between the Ages 6 and 17
7.4%
(100.0/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 16 and 19
42.5%
(100.0/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
78.1%
(100.0/100)
#5
Average Family Size
3.37
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Bangladeshis in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Bangladeshis in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with No Schooling
3.5%
(0.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Nursery School Education
96.6%
(0.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least Kindergarten Education
96.6%
(0.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least 1st Grade Education
96.5%
(0.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least 2nd Grade Education
96.5%
(0.0/100)
What is Bangladeshi per capita income in the United States?
Bangladeshi per capita income in the United States is $35,897, which is tragic, ranking it 318th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi median family income in the United States?
Bangladeshi median family income in the United States is $88,358, which is tragic, ranking it 283rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi median household income in the United States?
Bangladeshi median household income in the United States is $74,112, which is tragic, ranking it 290th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi median earnings in the United States?
Bangladeshi median earnings in the United States is $41,263, which is tragic, ranking it 295th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi median male earnings in the United States?
Bangladeshi median male earnings in the United States is $46,744, which is tragic, ranking it 304th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi median female earnings in the United States?
Bangladeshi median female earnings in the United States is $35,960, which is tragic, ranking it 289th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Bangladeshi wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 22.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 53rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi poverty level in the United States?
Bangladeshi poverty level in the United States is 14.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 277th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi poverty level among families in the United States?
Bangladeshi poverty level among families in the United States is 10.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 260th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi poverty level among males in the United States?
Bangladeshi poverty level among males in the United States is 13.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 277th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi poverty level among females in the United States?
Bangladeshi poverty level among females in the United States is 16.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 277th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Bangladeshi poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 19.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 278th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi poverty level among single males in the United States?
Bangladeshi poverty level among single males in the United States is 13.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 235th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi poverty level among single females in the United States?
Bangladeshi poverty level among single females in the United States is 24.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 287th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Bangladeshi poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 64th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Bangladeshi poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 31.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 274th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 15.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 283rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi unemployment in the United States?
Bangladeshi unemployment in the United States is 5.4%, which is poor, ranking it 219th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Bangladeshi unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 243rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Bangladeshi unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.2%, which is good, ranking it 164th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of family households in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of family households in the United States is 64.3%, which is average, ranking it 175th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of family households with children in the United States is 30.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 14th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 43.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 264th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi average family size in the United States?
Bangladeshi average family size in the United States is 3.37, which is exceptional, ranking it 49th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of single father households in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of single father households in the United States is 3.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 327th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of single mother households in the United States is 8.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 312th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of population currently married in the United States is 43.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 262nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.3%, which is poor, ranking it 222nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 34.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 268th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 12.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 250th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Bangladeshi percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 13.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 285th 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.