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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 (21.0%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($48,238), and median female earnings ($36,820), but there is room for improvement in median family income ($87,400), household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($85,229), and median male earnings ($47,770).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 44.9 /100 | #206 | Average $38,434 |
| Median Family Income | 38.8 /100 | #229 | Fair $87,400 |
| Median Household Income | 43.1 /100 | #221 | Average $74,866 |
| Median Earnings | 43.7 /100 | #191 | Average $42,109 |
| Median Male Earnings | 39.3 /100 | #216 | Fair $47,770 |
| Median Female Earnings | 49.7 /100 | #156 | Average $36,820 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 61.2 /100 | #140 | Good $48,238 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 45.3 /100 | #204 | Average $83,618 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 39.0 /100 | #235 | Fair $85,229 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 40.7 /100 | #250 | Average $51,375 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 78.4 /100 | #31 | Good 21.0% |
Bangladeshi Poverty
In terms of poverty, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (12.5%), poverty level among single fathers (16.1%), and poverty level among females between the ages 25 and 34 (14.8%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (15.3%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (13.7%), and poverty level among boys under the age of 16 (20.5%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 58.5 /100 | #290 | Average 15.3% |
| Families | 61.3 /100 | #296 | Good 11.9% |
| Males | 60.4 /100 | #294 | Good 14.1% |
| Females | 59.3 /100 | #287 | Average 16.5% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 62.2 /100 | #272 | Good 22.0% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 74.2 /100 | #234 | Good 14.8% |
| Children Under 5 years | 61.5 /100 | #260 | Good 20.5% |
| Children Under 16 years | 57.9 /100 | #276 | Average 20.3% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 57.7 /100 | #278 | Average 20.5% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 58.6 /100 | #271 | Average 20.3% |
| Single Males | 85.8 /100 | #149 | Excellent 12.5% |
| Single Females | 68.9 /100 | #245 | Good 22.7% |
| Single Fathers | 74.8 /100 | #143 | Good 16.1% |
| Single Mothers | 68.8 /100 | #254 | Good 31.4% |
| Married Couples | 66.0 /100 | #323 | Good 7.7% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 57.2 /100 | #302 | Average 13.7% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 55.5 /100 | #301 | Average 15.3% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 67.4 /100 | #296 | Good 15.5% |
Bangladeshi Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (6.5%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (5.6%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (7.7%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (11.3%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (23.1%), and unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (6.7%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 80.2 /100 | #310 | Excellent 6.6% |
| Males | 84.8 /100 | #302 | Excellent 6.7% |
| Females | 73.6 /100 | #317 | Good 6.6% |
| Youth < 25 | 73.4 /100 | #318 | Good 14.8% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 68.6 /100 | #317 | Good 23.1% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 75.8 /100 | #320 | Good 12.9% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 84.9 /100 | #278 | Excellent 7.7% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 87.1 /100 | #283 | Excellent 6.5% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 86.5 /100 | #289 | Excellent 5.6% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 83.0 /100 | #304 | Excellent 5.4% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 83.6 /100 | #324 | Excellent 6.0% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 75.1 /100 | #333 | Good 6.2% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 77.0 /100 | #330 | Good 6.5% |
| Seniors > 65 | 80.0 /100 | #330 | Excellent 6.1% |
| Seniors > 75 | 61.9 /100 | #336 | Good 11.3% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 78.5 /100 | #296 | Good 8.9% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 84.1 /100 | #196 | Excellent 9.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 72.8 /100 | #306 | Good 6.7% |
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 30 and 34 (83.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (82.6%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (77.7%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (28.8%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (70.1%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (64.6%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 62.4 /100 | #247 | Good 64.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 71.0 /100 | #289 | Good 77.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 19.0 /100 | #338 | Poor 28.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 38.8 /100 | #331 | Fair 70.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 65.9 /100 | #278 | Good 83.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 77.5 /100 | #266 | Good 83.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 72.8 /100 | #293 | Good 82.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 71.0 /100 | #289 | Good 80.5% |
Bangladeshi Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.0%), percentage of population currently divorced or separated (10.9%), and percentage of births to unmarried women (29.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households with children (28.0%), average family size (3.42), and percentage of family households (64.4%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 43.2 /100 | #184 | Average 64.4% |
| Family Households with Children | 28.2 /100 | #155 | Fair 28.0% |
| Married-couple Households | 44.2 /100 | #266 | Average 43.4% |
| Average Family Size | 33.2 /100 | #44 | Fair 3.42 |
| Single Father Households | 92.0 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 2.0% |
| Single Mother Households | 59.3 /100 | #214 | Average 6.9% |
| Currently Married | 49.5 /100 | #261 | Average 43.8% |
| Divorced or Separated | 81.6 /100 | #23 | Excellent 10.9% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 75.8 /100 | #113 | Good 29.7% |
Bangladeshi Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (27.2%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (72.9%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (37.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (3.8%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (12.2%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (37.7%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 49.1 /100 | #337 | Average 27.2% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 43.1 /100 | #337 | Average 72.9% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 23.7 /100 | #338 | Fair 37.7% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 14.0 /100 | #338 | Poor 12.2% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 10.8 /100 | #336 | Poor 3.8% |
Bangladeshi Education Level
In terms of education level, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (44.8%), percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (37.5%), and percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (56.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least 6th grade education (95.3%), percentage of population with at least 3rd grade education (96.6%), and percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (96.9%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 38.5 /100 | #323 | Fair 3.0% |
| Nursery School | 30.5 /100 | #323 | Fair 97.0% |
| Kindergarten | 30.1 /100 | #323 | Fair 96.9% |
| 1st Grade | 32.9 /100 | #323 | Fair 96.9% |
| 2nd Grade | 32.9 /100 | #321 | Fair 96.8% |
| 3rd Grade | 28.6 /100 | #320 | Fair 96.6% |
| 4th Grade | 34.0 /100 | #315 | Fair 96.3% |
| 5th Grade | 37.5 /100 | #314 | Fair 96.0% |
| 6th Grade | 28.4 /100 | #319 | Fair 95.3% |
| 7th Grade | 38.4 /100 | #315 | Fair 93.8% |
| 8th Grade | 37.8 /100 | #315 | Fair 93.4% |
| 9th Grade | 41.8 /100 | #313 | Average 92.1% |
| 10th Grade | 46.9 /100 | #311 | Average 90.7% |
| 11th Grade | 45.6 /100 | #309 | Average 89.1% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 47.3 /100 | #302 | Average 87.5% |
| High School Diploma | 44.8 /100 | #303 | Average 85.0% |
| GED/Equivalency | 48.0 /100 | #298 | Average 81.5% |
| College, Under 1 year | 52.0 /100 | #257 | Average 60.8% |
| College, 1 year or more | 54.8 /100 | #232 | Average 56.3% |
| Associate's Degree | 58.5 /100 | #196 | Average 44.8% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 55.9 /100 | #166 | Average 37.5% |
| Master's Degree | 49.3 /100 | #147 | Average 15.3% |
| Professional Degree | 41.7 /100 | #164 | Average 4.4% |
| Doctorate Degree | 32.8 /100 | #172 | Fair 1.8% |
Bangladeshi Disability
In terms of disability, Bangladeshis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with hearing disability (2.3%), percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (0.95%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (5.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.6%), percentage of population with self-care disability (2.6%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (10.7%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 80.2 /100 | #65 | Excellent 10.7% |
| Males | 85.4 /100 | #35 | Excellent 10.0% |
| Females | 75.5 /100 | #102 | Good 11.3% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 93.2 /100 | #13 | Exceptional 0.95% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 81.8 /100 | #58 | Excellent 5.0% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 91.9 /100 | #9 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 70.8 /100 | #137 | Good 10.7% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 78.2 /100 | #179 | Good 23.4% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 78.9 /100 | #207 | Good 48.1% |
| Vision | 79.8 /100 | #138 | Good 2.1% |
| Hearing | 95.3 /100 | #6 | Exceptional 2.3% |
| Cognitive | 55.0 /100 | #237 | Average 17.6% |
| Ambulatory | 72.3 /100 | #201 | Good 6.2% |
| Self-Care | 66.0 /100 | #249 | Good 2.6% |
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 Population with Hearing Disability
2.3%
(95.3/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with a Disability Under the Age of 5
0.95%
(93.2/100)
#3
Percentage of Single Father Households
2.0%
(92.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with a Disability Between the Ages 18 and 35
5.1%
(91.9/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
6.5%
(87.1/100)
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 Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
3.8%
(10.8/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with 3 or More Vehicles Available
12.2%
(14.0/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 16 and 19
28.8%
(19.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with 2 or More Vehicles Available
37.7%
(23.7/100)
#5
Percentage of Family Households with Children
28.0%
(28.2/100)
What is Bangladeshi per capita income in the United States?
Bangladeshi per capita income in the United States is $38,434, which is average, ranking it 206th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi median family income in the United States?
Bangladeshi median family income in the United States is $87,400, which is fair, ranking it 229th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi median household income in the United States?
Bangladeshi median household income in the United States is $74,866, which is average, ranking it 221st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi median earnings in the United States?
Bangladeshi median earnings in the United States is $42,109, which is average, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi median male earnings in the United States?
Bangladeshi median male earnings in the United States is $47,770, which is fair, ranking it 216th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi median female earnings in the United States?
Bangladeshi median female earnings in the United States is $36,820, which is average, ranking it 156th 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 21.0%, which is good, ranking it 31st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi poverty level in the United States?
Bangladeshi poverty level in the United States is 15.3%, which is average, ranking it 290th 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 11.9%, which is good, ranking it 296th 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 14.1%, which is good, ranking it 294th 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 16.5%, which is average, ranking it 287th 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 20.3%, which is average, ranking it 276th 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 12.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 149th 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 22.7%, which is good, ranking it 245th 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 16.1%, which is good, ranking it 143rd 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 31.4%, which is good, ranking it 254th 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 15.5%, which is good, ranking it 296th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi unemployment in the United States?
Bangladeshi unemployment in the United States is 6.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 310th 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 6.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 302nd 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 6.6%, which is good, ranking it 317th 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 64.4%, which is average, ranking it 184th 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 28.0%, which is fair, ranking it 155th 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 43.4%, which is average, ranking it 266th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Bangladeshi average family size in the United States?
Bangladeshi average family size in the United States is 3.42, which is fair, ranking it 44th 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 2.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 70th 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 6.9%, which is average, ranking it 214th 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 43.8%, which is average, ranking it 261st 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 10.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 23rd 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 29.7%, which is good, ranking it 113th 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 10.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 65th 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 10.0%, which is excellent, ranking it 35th 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 11.3%, which is good, ranking it 102nd 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.