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SOCIAL INDEX
48.4/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
267th/ 347
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Barbadian Geographic Distribution
Barbadian Income
In terms of income, Barbadians residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (18.9%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($47,448), and median female earnings ($37,753), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($82,956), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($49,676), and median male earnings ($47,055).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 45.2 /100 | #202 | Average $38,517 |
| Median Family Income | 37.4 /100 | #236 | Fair $86,459 |
| Median Household Income | 40.0 /100 | #239 | Average $73,115 |
| Median Earnings | 43.2 /100 | #196 | Average $41,992 |
| Median Male Earnings | 37.1 /100 | #232 | Fair $47,055 |
| Median Female Earnings | 55.4 /100 | #113 | Average $37,753 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 58.2 /100 | #172 | Average $47,448 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 42.7 /100 | #224 | Average $81,955 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 35.5 /100 | #253 | Fair $82,956 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 35.6 /100 | #284 | Fair $49,676 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 87.7 /100 | #9 | Excellent 18.9% |
Barbadian Poverty
In terms of poverty, Barbadians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (13.1%), poverty level among married-couple families (6.3%), and poverty level among females between the ages 25 and 34 (14.6%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (15.4%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (13.9%), and poverty level among children under the age of 16 (20.3%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 62.3 /100 | #271 | Good 14.7% |
| Families | 64.4 /100 | #279 | Good 11.4% |
| Males | 64.2 /100 | #271 | Good 13.5% |
| Females | 63.1 /100 | #267 | Good 15.9% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 66.6 /100 | #237 | Good 21.1% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 75.5 /100 | #223 | Good 14.6% |
| Children Under 5 years | 61.6 /100 | #259 | Good 20.5% |
| Children Under 16 years | 57.9 /100 | #277 | Average 20.3% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 57.9 /100 | #275 | Average 20.4% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 57.9 /100 | #277 | Average 20.4% |
| Single Males | 83.0 /100 | #223 | Excellent 13.1% |
| Single Females | 71.8 /100 | #222 | Good 22.2% |
| Single Fathers | 70.3 /100 | #244 | Good 17.1% |
| Single Mothers | 70.9 /100 | #235 | Good 30.9% |
| Married Couples | 77.9 /100 | #269 | Good 6.3% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 55.9 /100 | #313 | Average 13.9% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 54.8 /100 | #305 | Average 15.4% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 64.9 /100 | #306 | Good 16.2% |
Barbadian Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Barbadians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (5.3%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (8.7%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (6.6%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (22.9%), unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.9%), and unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (14.7%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 80.9 /100 | #306 | Excellent 6.5% |
| Males | 83.3 /100 | #309 | Excellent 6.9% |
| Females | 78.2 /100 | #285 | Good 6.2% |
| Youth < 25 | 73.9 /100 | #315 | Good 14.7% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 69.3 /100 | #312 | Good 22.9% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 75.9 /100 | #318 | Good 12.9% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 83.4 /100 | #294 | Excellent 7.9% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 86.2 /100 | #290 | Excellent 6.6% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 84.8 /100 | #304 | Excellent 5.8% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 82.2 /100 | #310 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 89.6 /100 | #274 | Excellent 5.3% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 83.5 /100 | #296 | Excellent 5.4% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 83.7 /100 | #266 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Seniors > 65 | 83.7 /100 | #284 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Seniors > 75 | 72.8 /100 | #275 | Good 9.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 85.0 /100 | #193 | Excellent 7.9% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 86.5 /100 | #126 | Excellent 8.7% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 76.7 /100 | #272 | Good 6.3% |
Barbadian Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Barbadians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (78.6%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (30.6%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (70.7%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.1%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 66.3 /100 | #198 | Good 65.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 76.9 /100 | #253 | Good 78.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 27.5 /100 | #317 | Fair 30.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 42.7 /100 | #325 | Average 70.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 71.9 /100 | #233 | Good 83.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 85.3 /100 | #183 | Excellent 84.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 83.7 /100 | #187 | Excellent 84.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 75.6 /100 | #260 | Good 81.2% |
Barbadian Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Barbadians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.2%), percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.2%), and percentage of births to unmarried women (37.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households with children (26.6%), percentage of married-couple family households (39.7%), and average family size (3.35).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 34.7 /100 | #289 | Fair 63.0% |
| Family Households with Children | 19.0 /100 | #301 | Poor 26.6% |
| Married-couple Households | 22.2 /100 | #328 | Fair 39.7% |
| Average Family Size | 26.3 /100 | #89 | Fair 3.35 |
| Single Father Households | 88.2 /100 | #124 | Excellent 2.2% |
| Single Mother Households | 35.3 /100 | #307 | Fair 8.2% |
| Currently Married | 29.7 /100 | #326 | Fair 40.7% |
| Divorced or Separated | 58.2 /100 | #170 | Average 12.2% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 54.5 /100 | #272 | Average 37.0% |
Barbadian Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Barbadians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (26.3%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (73.8%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (38.3%), 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 (12.5%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (38.3%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 51.0 /100 | #334 | Average 26.3% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 45.3 /100 | #334 | Average 73.8% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 25.6 /100 | #335 | Fair 38.3% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 15.5 /100 | #336 | Poor 12.5% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 11.1 /100 | #335 | Poor 3.8% |
Barbadian Education Level
In terms of education level, Barbadians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (92.2%), percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (89.1%), and percentage of population with no schooling (2.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.6%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.1%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (14.3%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 60.5 /100 | #272 | Good 2.4% |
| Nursery School | 48.0 /100 | #271 | Average 97.6% |
| Kindergarten | 47.6 /100 | #271 | Average 97.6% |
| 1st Grade | 52.2 /100 | #271 | Average 97.6% |
| 2nd Grade | 52.5 /100 | #271 | Average 97.5% |
| 3rd Grade | 46.7 /100 | #270 | Average 97.4% |
| 4th Grade | 54.5 /100 | #269 | Average 97.1% |
| 5th Grade | 56.7 /100 | #272 | Average 96.8% |
| 6th Grade | 46.8 /100 | #276 | Average 96.4% |
| 7th Grade | 54.6 /100 | #270 | Average 95.2% |
| 8th Grade | 53.0 /100 | #275 | Average 94.7% |
| 9th Grade | 58.3 /100 | #278 | Average 93.6% |
| 10th Grade | 62.1 /100 | #275 | Good 92.2% |
| 11th Grade | 60.5 /100 | #269 | Good 90.8% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 60.7 /100 | #267 | Good 89.1% |
| High School Diploma | 56.8 /100 | #274 | Average 86.6% |
| GED/Equivalency | 55.7 /100 | #272 | Average 82.7% |
| College, Under 1 year | 51.8 /100 | #258 | Average 60.8% |
| College, 1 year or more | 53.3 /100 | #239 | Average 55.8% |
| Associate's Degree | 54.1 /100 | #222 | Average 43.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 49.8 /100 | #215 | Average 35.5% |
| Master's Degree | 42.8 /100 | #187 | Average 14.3% |
| Professional Degree | 35.0 /100 | #203 | Fair 4.1% |
| Doctorate Degree | 24.1 /100 | #229 | Fair 1.6% |
Barbadian Disability
In terms of disability, Barbadians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with hearing disability (2.5%), percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.1%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (5.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.2%), percentage of population with self-care disability (2.7%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (11.6%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 68.1 /100 | #189 | Good 11.5% |
| Males | 73.7 /100 | #164 | Good 10.9% |
| Females | 63.9 /100 | #235 | Good 12.1% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 89.4 /100 | #101 | Excellent 1.1% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 64.9 /100 | #259 | Good 5.8% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 80.4 /100 | #95 | Excellent 5.8% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 62.0 /100 | #211 | Good 11.6% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 74.6 /100 | #222 | Good 24.2% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 79.1 /100 | #204 | Good 48.1% |
| Vision | 72.5 /100 | #219 | Good 2.2% |
| Hearing | 92.2 /100 | #14 | Exceptional 2.5% |
| Cognitive | 42.0 /100 | #306 | Average 18.2% |
| Ambulatory | 63.5 /100 | #271 | Good 6.6% |
| Self-Care | 61.7 /100 | #290 | Good 2.7% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Barbadians in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Barbadians in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with Hearing Disability
2.5%
(92.2/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
5.3%
(89.6/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with a Disability Under the Age of 5
1.1%
(89.4/100)
#4
Percentage of Single Father Households
2.2%
(88.2/100)
#5
Wage/Income Gap Percentage
18.9%
(87.7/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Barbadians in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Barbadians in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
3.8%
(11.1/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with 3 or More Vehicles Available
12.5%
(15.5/100)
#3
Percentage of Family Households with Children
26.6%
(19.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Married-couple Family Households
39.7%
(22.2/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.6%
(24.1/100)
What is Barbadian per capita income in the United States?
Barbadian per capita income in the United States is $38,517, which is average, ranking it 202nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian median family income in the United States?
Barbadian median family income in the United States is $86,459, which is fair, ranking it 236th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian median household income in the United States?
Barbadian median household income in the United States is $73,115, which is average, ranking it 239th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian median earnings in the United States?
Barbadian median earnings in the United States is $41,992, which is average, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian median male earnings in the United States?
Barbadian median male earnings in the United States is $47,055, which is fair, ranking it 232nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian median female earnings in the United States?
Barbadian median female earnings in the United States is $37,753, which is average, ranking it 113th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Barbadian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 18.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 9th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian poverty level in the United States?
Barbadian poverty level in the United States is 14.7%, which is good, ranking it 271st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian poverty level among families in the United States?
Barbadian poverty level among families in the United States is 11.4%, which is good, ranking it 279th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian poverty level among males in the United States?
Barbadian poverty level among males in the United States is 13.5%, which is good, ranking it 271st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian poverty level among females in the United States?
Barbadian poverty level among females in the United States is 15.9%, which is good, ranking it 267th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Barbadian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 20.3%, which is average, ranking it 277th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian poverty level among single males in the United States?
Barbadian poverty level among single males in the United States is 13.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 223rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian poverty level among single females in the United States?
Barbadian poverty level among single females in the United States is 22.2%, which is good, ranking it 222nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Barbadian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 17.1%, which is good, ranking it 244th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Barbadian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 30.9%, which is good, ranking it 235th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 16.2%, which is good, ranking it 306th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian unemployment in the United States?
Barbadian unemployment in the United States is 6.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 306th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Barbadian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 6.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 309th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Barbadian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 6.2%, which is good, ranking it 285th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of family households in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of family households in the United States is 63.0%, which is fair, ranking it 289th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 26.6%, which is poor, ranking it 301st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 39.7%, which is fair, ranking it 328th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian average family size in the United States?
Barbadian average family size in the United States is 3.35, which is fair, ranking it 89th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of single father households in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.2%, which is excellent, ranking it 124th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 8.2%, which is fair, ranking it 307th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 40.7%, which is fair, ranking it 326th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.2%, which is average, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 37.0%, which is average, ranking it 272nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.5%, which is good, ranking it 189th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.9%, which is good, ranking it 164th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Barbadian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Barbadian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.1%, which is good, ranking it 235th 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.